OTA Geriatric OT 4

Question 1

An OTA is implementing a reminiscence therapy group with older adults with mild dementia. The PRIMARY therapeutic goal is to:

Accepted Answer

Enhance social participation and sense of identity

Answer

Reminiscence therapy uses long-term memories to enhance social engagement, identity, and quality of life in people with dementia.

Question 2

Which seating modification BEST reduces the risk of posterior pelvic tilt (sacral sitting) in a frail elderly wheelchair user?

Accepted Answer

Adding a solid seat insert with appropriate cushioning

Answer

A solid seat insert provides a firm, level surface that prevents hammocking of a sling seat and supports proper pelvic positioning.

Question 3

A geriatric client is prescribed a wheeled walker (rollator). Which client behavior indicates a need for further gait training?

Accepted Answer

Leaning heavily on the walker with arms extended far forward

Answer

Leaning heavily forward with arms extended shifts the center of mass anteriorly, increases fall risk, and indicates improper walker use requiring further training.

Question 4

When addressing IADLs with a cognitively impaired elder who lives alone, the OTA's MOST important safety concern is:

Accepted Answer

Whether the client can safely manage stove use and medication administration

Answer

Stove use and medication management pose the greatest risks of injury or health crisis for cognitively impaired elders living independently.

Question 5

An OTA working in a skilled nursing facility should document progress in SOAP note format. In which section does the OTA record objective functional findings such as balance scores?

Accepted Answer

O (Objective)

Answer

The Objective section contains measurable data and clinician observations, including standardized assessment scores.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Test Practice Test

Occupational Therapy Assistant Test Practice Test

OTA Geriatric OT 4