COTA Exam Review Guide Simulation Exam 1

COTA Exam Review Guide Simulation Exam 1 In assessing the dressing skills of a 5-y/o child, the COTA observes that the child is able to put on a jacket, zip the zipper, and tie a knot in the draw string, but needs verbal cueing to tie a bow. The COTA would MOST likely determine that the child's dressing skills are: - ANS-Age appropriate In administering an assessment of finger-tip pinch strength, the OT practitioner would instruct the individual being tested to place his/her in which position? - ANS-Thumb against the tip of the index finger The OT treatment approach that will MOST likely meet the overall needs experienced by individuals with substance abuse problems is to: - ANS-Assist with skill development in the areas of leisure, selfexpression, and ADLs A COTA observes that a 10-mo. old child is able to sit alone by propping himself forward on his arms, but consistently loses his balance when reaching for a toy. This behavior MOST likely indicates: - ANS-A developmental delay An individual demonstrates the ability to pick up a penny from a flat surface. This represents which of the following prehension patterns? - ANS-Tip When conducting a structured interview, it is MOST important for the OT practitioner to: - ANS-Ask the questions as they are stated on the interview sheet A 3 y/o child demonstrates the ability to use the toilet independently except for wiping and readjusting clothing afterward. The behavior indicates the child is performing at which of the following levels? - ANS-At age level The COTA is observing dressing skills in an individual with COPD. While putting on his shirt, the individual becomes short of breath and stops to rest before finishing with the shirt and going on to his trousers. This behavior MOST likely indicates a deficit in: - ANS-Endurance