[OTR Exam Simulation] Multiple Choice — Bank 3

A client with Parkinson’s disease is experiencing freezing of gait while walking. Which of the following interventions would be most effective in managing freezing episodes and improving mobility?

A client with late-stage amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is experiencing difficulty with speech production and communication. Which of the following augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) strategies would be most beneficial for the individual?

A real estate agent with anxiety is finding it challenging to manage their anxiety symptoms during client interactions. Which of the following occupational therapy interventions would be MOST effective in helping the real estate agent manage their anxiety while working with clients?

A client with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) experiences distressing thoughts about cleanliness and is constantly washing their hands. Which of the following interventions would be most effective in helping the person manage their OCD symptoms?

An occupational therapist is working with a group of individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI) and wants to measure changes in their cognitive abilities over time. Which is the MOST appropriate measurement strategy the therapist would select?

An occupational therapist is working with a group of individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) to assess changes in their fatigue levels over a six-month period. Which is the MOST appropriate measurement strategy the therapist would select?

What type of movements should the OTA use for a child with low arousal using the sensory integration framework?

An occupational therapist is designing a series of group sessions for adults with schizophrenia. What is the long-term goal for the clients in group?

When providing caregiver training to the spouse of an individual diagnosed with early-stage dementia, the OT will MOST likely need to instruct the caregiver in strategies to compensate for deficits in which of the following areas?

While evaluating an individual with rheumatoid arthritis, the OT observes PIP joint hyperextension and DIP joint flexion in the digits. The OT will MOST LIKELY document this as a:

An OT is working with an individual who has early-stage Parkinson’s disease and experiences motor fluctuations. He lives alone and has difficulty with meal preparation. The OT should initially focus intervention on which one of the following areas?

An occupational therapist is working with a child who has dysgraphia and struggles with handwriting legibility. The child’s writing is often messy, with inconsistent letter sizing and spacing. Which intervention should the OT prioritize FIRST to improve the child’s handwriting legibility?

A 6-year-old child with fine motor difficulties wants to independently fasten their shoes because they feel embarrassed when they need assistance from peers or teachers. Which adaptive strategy should the occupational therapist recommend the child try FIRST?

A client presents with chronic, poststroke upper extremity edema of the right arm and hand. Which of the following would the OT most likely suggest to manage the edema?

An occupational therapist is assessing a client’s cognitive function and performance in daily activities. Which assessment tool would be most appropriate for comprehensively evaluating these areas?