OT Skills Exam 1

Question 1

2.5 / 2.5 pts

This is defined as an expected set of behaviors relative to a particular job or setting.

 

Work ethic

 

Dependability

 

Professionalism

 

Punctuality

 

Correct answer

Question 2

2.5 / 2.5 pts

What is the name of the special council of AOTA that establishes educational standards for all occupational therapy programs and provides accreditation?

 

NBCOT

 

AOTAE

 

ACOTE

 

Correct answer

Question 3

2.5 / 2.5 pts

This is a verbal or written response by a peer, fieldwork educator, faculty member or supervisor to one's actions and can be detrimental for professional growth when reflected upon constructively.

 

Criticism

 

Negative review sessions

 

Feedback

 

Positive review sessions

 

Correct answer

Question 4

2.5 / 2.5 pts

If you are speaking with a PT about your mutual pt's inability to maintain upright posture during a functional mobility task, what type of communication are you having?

 

Interprofessional communication

 

Intradisciplinary communication

 

Intraprofessional communication

 

Correct answer

Question 5

2.5 / 2.5 pts

What is the "respect for diversity factors of others" known as in practice?

 

Open-mindedness

 

Difference tolerance

 

Culture-based practice

 

Cultural competence

 

Correct answer

Question 6

2.5 / 2.5 pts

According to your chapter, these skills involve interacting with others and include flexibility, tact, cooperation and empathy.

 

Interpersonal skills

 

Communication skills

 

Study skills

 

Writing skills

 

Correct answer

Question 7

2.5 / 2.5 pts

This is "a blend of quality research, clinical knowledge and input from clients regarding values and beliefs" and should assist us in guiding our practice.

 

EBP- Evidence-based practice

 

Biomechanical framework

 

Double blind studies

 

Opinions from other therapists

 

Correct answer

Question 8

2.5 / 2.5 pts

When communicating with patients, which way would be the BEST way to verbally instruct them to perform bilateral shoulder flexion to full range?

 

"Actively range your arms to achieve 180* if possible."

 

"Keep both arms straight and lift them up as high as you can."

 

"Perform bilateral shoulder flexion to 180*."

 

Correct answer

Question 9

2.5 / 2.5 pts

Nonverbal communication is not as important as verbal communication.

 

True

 

False

 

Correct answer

Question 10

2.5 / 2.5 pts

Someone's appearance is a form of nonverbal communication and is known as this in the medical field:

 

Presentation

 

Style

 

Affect

 

Dressing habits

 

Correct answer

Question 11

10 / 10 pts

There are different types of nonverbal communication.  Match each scenario with the appropriate type.  Each one used once.

The CNA rolls her eyes when you ask her for help.

 

Facial expressions

Your supervisor blushes when your team gets her a birthday cake.

 

Spontaneous responses

You hold your client's hand during his recollection of a traumatic event.

 

Touch

Your supervisor sits at the edge of the seat as he listens to your in-service.

 

Posture

 

Correct answer

Question 12

10 / 10 pts

There are different barriers to effective communication.  Match each scenario with correct type of barrier.  Each one used once.

The noise in the therapy gym is loud because there are at least 10 people sharing the space.

 

Environmental barrier

"Rotate your hips 45* and slowly descend."

 

Language barrier

An 80 year client feels misunderstood by a new graduate.

 

Age differences

A COTA would like to continue exploring a comment the client made but she only has 2 minutes left in the session.

 

Time constraints

 

Correct answer

Question 13

2.5 / 2.5 pts

Emphasizing abilities rather than impairments and referring to a new client as "someone who had a CVA" instead of "a CVA", is an example of using what?

 

Sympathy

 

Bottom up approach

 

Cultural consideration

 

Person-first language

 

Correct answer

Question 14

2.5 / 2.5 pts

How long are you supposed to wash your hands to ensure they are clean?

 

10 secs

 

1 min

 

20-30 secs

 

45 secs

 

Correct answer

Question 15

2.5 / 2.5 pts

This is a place where the pathogen/microorganism lives, grows and reproduces and is a part of the "infection cycle".

 

Transmission

 

Reservoir

 

Exit

 

Infection

 

Correct answer

Question 16

10 / 10 pts

Match the correct type of PPE, Dx and/or activity with the correct type of precautions that are being observed.  One is used more than once.

Cdiff

 

Contact precautions

Respirator mask

 

Airborne precautions

MRSA

 

Contact precautions

A pt w/the flu that sneezes frequently and uncontrollably

 

Droplet precautions

 

Correct answer

Question 17

2.5 / 2.5 pts

If you are treating a person that is highly contagious with a bacterial infection and you are accidentally exposed to it, you are more likely to get sick if your immune system is in a susceptible state.

 

True

Correct!  Our body does an amazing job at protecting us on a daily basis.

 

False

 

Correct answer

Question 18

2.5 / 2.5 pts

Which of the following is not true about "good" body mechanics?

 

Maintains body balance and control

 

Focuses on safety

 

Focuses on energy conservation

 

Rotation of the trunk is necessary when transferring someone larger

 

Correct answer

Question 19

2.5 / 2.5 pts

Failing the safety component on the Fieldwork Evaluation of Performance (FWPE) in level II fieldwork will cause you to fail the entire rotation.

 

True

 

False

 

Correct answer

Question 20

2.5 / 2.5 pts

Why is the center of gravity (COG) important?

 

It affects the speed of movement

 

It affects stability during movement

 

It determines how much strength you will have conjure

 

It is not important.

 

Correct answer

Question 21

2.5 / 2.5 pts

What does "BOS" stand for?

 

Base of support

 

Big outer support

 

Biological origin of stability

 

Bilateral optimal support

 

Correct answer

Question 22

7.5 / 7.5 pts

Match each word/phrase to the correct descriptors.

Wide BOS

 

The most optimal static standing position to maintain balance

Outside the margin of COG

 

Least safe position of the body to maintain balance

"Keep load close to body."

 

Basic lifting principle

 

Correct answer

Question 23

2.5 / 2.5 pts

During this type of lift, the lifter's feet straddle the object being lifted as their hips fall below knee level (it's also called a "traditional lift").

 

Deep squat lift

 

Half-kneeling lift

 

Straight leg lift

 

Power lift

 

Correct answer

Question 24

2.5 / 2.5 pts

This type of lift is for light objects only and it incorporates a single-leg stance in which the other leg counterbalances. 

 

Light lift

 

Quick lift

 

Swift lift

 

Golfer's lift

 

Correct answer

Question 25

2.5 / 2.5 pts

What should you be mindful of during pt t/fs?

 

All of these things

 

Assess the ability level of the pt

 

Clear communication RE: t/f

 

Maintain proper body mechanics

 

Correct answer

Question 26

10 / 10 pts

Match the following words/phrases with the correct descriptors.  Each one used once.

Lifting your arms overhead everyday to hammer nails

 

Repetitive stress

Twisting while lifting

 

Common cause of back injury

Slouching in your chair at school

 

Poor posture

Regular stretching

 

Injury prevention strategy