A client completes all sub-tests of the Behavioral Assessmen…
A client completes all sub-tests of the Behavioral Assessment of Dysexecutive Syndrome (BADS). The client displays normal performance on all sub-tests except the modified six elements test where they are only able to start 2/6 tasks. The client describes themselves as feeling very “frazzled and overwhelmed” when trying to complete this subtest. What problem is this client most likely displaying?
Read DetailsAn OTR is working with a client in an outpatient cognitive r…
An OTR is working with a client in an outpatient cognitive rehabilitation program approximately 6 weeks after a TBI. The client describes often feeling overwhelmed when she goes out in public and describes only feeling comfortable going out to busy places like the grocery store first thing in the morning when they are ’empty’. What level of awareness is being displayed by this client?
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An OTR is using videotaping to provide feedback to a client on performance during social interactions (i.e. asking for assistance during a group session). When viewing the tape together the OTR asks the client during one interaction “Can you see anything you would do differently?” What type of cue is being provided to promote awareness in this client?
Read DetailsA client, 9 months post CVA, has recently gone back to work…
A client, 9 months post CVA, has recently gone back to work and complains of disorganization, missing meetings, frequent mistakes that she feels unable to prevent. She is most likely having difficulty in which cognitive domain?
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You work for a store that sells and repairs computers. Due to the room’s layout, while repairing computers, you must walk from one side of the carpeted room to the other frequently. Which of the following would BEST protect you from static electricity buildup?
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An OTR is working with a client with mild ideomotor apraxia in her dominant right upper extremity following carbon monoxide poisoning. This client has good insight into her deficits and is asking for ‘homework’ to do between therapy sessions to improve her motor control. Which of the following interventions is most appropriate?
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A client expresses an interest in playing a computer game with another group member during a leisure skills group. The occupational therapist reviews the client’s cognitive evaluation and agrees that the game is a good choice for the client’s cognitive level. After 15 minutes of engaging in the computer game, the client rubs both eyes, looks around, and reports trouble focusing. What should the therapist do in response to this?
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