OTA OT Fundamentals 5

Question 1

The OT practice framework identifies 'process skills' as a type of performance skill. Which of the following is an example of a process skill?

Accepted Answer

Organizes — logically arranging tools and materials for a task

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Reaches — moving the arm toward an object

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Stabilizes — maintains trunk control during an activity

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Speaks — verbalizes clearly during conversation

Question 2

An OTA working in home health is asked to address 'home modification' for fall prevention. Which environmental factor would be the HIGHEST priority to address first?

Accepted Answer

Removing throw rugs and tripping hazards

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Painting wall colors to improve contrast

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Installing a second handrail on the staircase

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Purchasing a hospital bed for the client's bedroom

Question 3

Which frame of reference would an OTA MOST likely use when treating a child with sensory processing disorder who is hypersensitive to touch?

Accepted Answer

Sensory integration (SI) frame of reference

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Biomechanical frame of reference

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Cognitive-behavioral frame of reference

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Acquisitional frame of reference

Question 4

In the context of group treatment, which type of group focuses on improving the skills needed to participate successfully in a group itself?

Accepted Answer

Parallel group

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Task group

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Project group

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Mature group

Question 5

When writing an OT goal, the acronym SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and:

Accepted Answer

Time-bound

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Repeatable

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Resourced

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Reviewable

Question 6

A client with a traumatic brain injury demonstrates 'anosognosia.' How would this MOST affect OT intervention planning?

Accepted Answer

The client lacks awareness of their own deficits, affecting insight and safety judgment

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The client will require maximum assistance for all ADLs

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The client will have difficulty following verbal directions

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The client will exhibit emotional lability during sessions

Question 7

According to AOTA guidelines, which of the following tasks falls WITHIN the OTA's scope of practice without requiring direct supervision?

Accepted Answer

Implementing an established intervention plan under general supervision

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Developing the initial OT evaluation and establishing the occupational profile

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Determining the need for OT services from a referral

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Modifying the goals of an established plan of care independently