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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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*."
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Question 9
2.5 / 2.5 pts
Nonverbal communication is not as important as verbal communication.
True
False
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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