The OTR administers the contextual memory test. The client…
The OTR administers the contextual memory test. The client is unable to spontaneously identify the theme of the first set of cards and cannot remember about half the items. When the client is provided with the theme at the beginning of the second card set, their performance improves substantially. Which treatment is most appropriate for this client?
Read DetailsAn OTR is working on the inpatient rehabilitation unit at Ru…
An OTR is working on the inpatient rehabilitation unit at Rusk Rehabilitation Center. A nurse work worked at this hospital for 25 years is being seen there 1 week following a left CVA. The OTR suspects executive function deficits and needs to choose an assessment. Which assessment would NOT be appropriate for this client?
Read DetailsAn OTR is working with a 32 year old female client about one…
An OTR is working with a 32 year old female client about one month after a moderate TBI sustained during a car accident. The client complains of frequent frontal headaches, occasional blurred vision, and trouble ‘finding things even when I am looking right at them’. She is often observed squinting or closing one eye when trying to read or search for items. Which assessment would be most appropriate to assess her visual function?
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An OTR is working with a client 3 weeks post-CVA. During a simple cooking activity the client is able to verbalize that ‘leaving paper on the stove is a fire hazard’. About 5 minutes later when making a grilled cheese the client leaves a paper towel on the stove while heating the burner. Which discharge recommendation is the most appropriate for the OT to make based on this information?
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