OTA Mental Health OT 4

Question 1

The Allen Cognitive Level Screen (ACLS) is MOST useful for assessing:

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Functional cognitive level and learning potential

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Emotional regulation capacity

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Sensory processing preferences

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Social participation skills

Question 2

In the cognitive disabilities model, a client at Allen Level 3 would MOST likely be able to:

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Perform familiar manual actions with repetitive cues

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Plan and execute complex multi-step tasks independently

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Set personal goals and monitor their own performance

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Learn new skills through verbal instruction alone

Question 3

An OTA is helping a client with major depression improve their sleep hygiene. Which recommendation is MOST evidence-based?

Accepted Answer

Establish a consistent sleep-wake schedule and bedtime routine

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Encourage napping during the day to compensate for poor nighttime sleep

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Advise the client to use screens until they feel sleepy

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Suggest exercising vigorously within 30 minutes of bedtime

Question 4

Which of the following BEST describes 'therapeutic use of self' in OT?

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Intentionally using one's personality and relationship to benefit the client

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Using standardized assessments to guide intervention

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Applying biomechanical principles to activity analysis

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Following a scripted protocol for every session

Question 5

A client with OCD is engaging in excessive handwashing that interferes with daily routines. The OTA's MOST appropriate role is to:

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Collaborate with the OTR and treatment team to address occupational impact of compulsions

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Independently design and implement an exposure response prevention program

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Advise the client to simply stop the behavior using willpower

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Refer directly to psychiatry without OTR consultation

Question 6

Which group leadership style is MOST appropriate for clients in the early stages of psychiatric recovery with limited social skills?

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Directive leadership with high structure and clear expectations

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Non-directive leadership allowing full client autonomy

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Laissez-faire leadership with minimal therapist involvement

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Interpretive leadership focused on unconscious processes

Question 7

Which activity would MOST directly address volition in a client with mental illness, according to MOHO?

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Exploring the client's interests and helping them identify meaningful occupations

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A graded hand strengthening program

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Training the client in medication management techniques

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Assessing the client's home environment for safety hazards