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Question 1

Ape hand is typical of what injury?

Answer 1

Damage to the distal median nerve

Question 2

Clawing is typical of what injury?

Answer 2

Ulnar nerve damage

Question 3

Benedictine deformity is typical of what injury?

Answer 3

Damage to the proximal median nerve

Question 4

Kyphosis

Answer 4

Rounding of the upper back

Question 5

What is a student’s eligibility for school-based services based on?

Answer 5

Classroom performance and curriculum-based needs

Question 6

COTAs can report medication non-compliance to the physician

Question 7

What can exacerbate MS?

Answer 7

Fatigue
Stress
Heat
Infection

Question 8

P-CIMT approach

Pediatric Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy

Answer 8

Improves the use of the affected arm by contraining the unaffected arm.
- Long sessions
- Repetition
- Natural environments

Question 9

Spasticity reduction techniques

Answer 9

Gentle, controlled movement
Gentle, prolonged stretches
Warmth
Weight bearing
Light joint compression

Question 10

Characteristics of an immobilization orthosis

Answer 10

Low conformability
High rigidity
1/8 in. thickness

Question 11

What is an appropriate PAM for chronic pain?

Answer 11

TENS

Question 12

Which PAM contracts muscles to prevent atrophy or assist in muscle re-education?

Answer 12

NEMS

Question 13

What is ultrasound primarily used for?

Answer 13

Scar management
Increases blood flow
Promotes healing

Question 14

What is the primary role of a COTA in an egocentric-cooperative group?

Answer 14

Facilitator
Allows members to develop roles and social interaction skills while providing support and guidance as needed.

Question 15

What is the role of the COTA in a parallel group?

Answer 15

Leads
Defines the task
Provides emotional support

Question 16

What is the role of the COTA in a project group?

Answer 16

Helps the group navigate the task and encourages interaction

Question 17

What is the role of the COTA in a cooperative group?

Answer 17

Advisor
Only intervening when neccessary to maintain group function

Question 18

What is the role of the COTA in a mature group

Answer 18

Peer
Helps ensure all roles are carried out effectively

Question 19

What is the initial focus of an activity group?

Answer 19

Participate in a familiar short-term task

Question 20

Cataract symptoms

Answer 20

Blurred
Double
Faded colors
Glare/light sensitivity

Question 21

Glucoma symptoms

Answer 21

Halos around lights
Loss of peripheral
Blurry
Pain

Question 22

Macular degeneration symptoms

Answer 22

Loss of central vision
Glare
Blindspot

Question 23

What are ways to help with sundowning?

Answer 23

Routine
Reminiscent activity
Controlled environment

Question 24

Characteristics of moderate cognitive decline

Answer 24

Disorientation and confusion
Memory loss that affects daily life
Poor judgement

Question 25

Treating tactile agnosia

Answer 25

Use vision to compensate Give an identical object to look at while they palpate

Question 26

What is an effective way to breathe when doing heavy work?

Answer 26

Out when pushing In when pulling

Question 27

Posterior vs Anterior Hip Precautions

Answer 27

Posterior: - Flexion of 90 - Adduction - Internal rotation Anterior: - External rotation - Hip hyperextension

Question 28

How far should the plate be from the head when feeding someone with feeding difficulties?

Answer 28

10-15 inches

Question 29

Pressure garment guidelines

Answer 29

Min. of 23 hours a day Remove for bathing Check for irritation

Question 30

Proper positioning for alignment and tone normalization when side-lying on the affected side.

Answer 30

- Affected hip extended and knee flexed - Unaffected hip and knee in flexion - Pillow between the legs - Affected shoulder protracted and flexed to 90 degrees

Question 31

Should you lie on the affected side?

Answer 31

Yes

Question 32

How should you position things to limit STNR and ATRN?

Answer 32

In front and slightly below eye level

Question 33

Choreirform movement

Answer 33

Involuntary, sudden, jerky movements

Question 34

Signs of high BP

Answer 34

Headache, nosebleed, fatigue, dizziness

Question 35

Signs of low BP

Answer 35

Dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, cold, clammy, headache

Question 36

Signs of low blood sugar

Answer 36

Confusion, shakiness, hunger, sweat, dizziness, headache

Question 37

Signs of high blood sugar

Answer 37

Thirst, dry mouth, need to pee, tired, blurry vision

Question 38

Syncope

Answer 38

Fainting

Question 39

Medicare requirements for reimbursement

Answer 39

Medically necessary Skilled treatment Treatment plan with goals Accurate documentation Progress towards goals

Question 40

504 Plan

Answer 40

Ensures that students with disabilities have equal access to education by providing accommodations and supports. Children qualify if disability, even if they don't qualify for special ed under IDEA (IEP)

Question 41

IDEA

Answer 41

Provides special education for students with disabilities who need it to succeed IEP

Question 42

IDEA, part B (3-21)

Answer 42

Legal requirements and funding to ensure that all students with disabilities get the support they need in school

Question 43

IDEA, part C (0-3)

Answer 43

Provides services and funding to families of children with disabilities from birth.

Question 44

What is the goal of a quality improvement initiative?

Answer 44

Collect data and determine if a policy, process, or procedural change is needed

Question 45

Automatic vasovagal response

Answer 45

A temporary drop in blood pressure and heart rate often results in fainting. Triggered by pain, standing for long periods, or emotional stress

Question 46

Response when someone has an automatic vasovagal response

Answer 46

Assist them to supine and elevate the legs

Question 47

Autonomic dysreflexia

Answer 47

A potential life-threatening response in people who have had a SCI above T6. High BP, headache, sweating, flushed skin, nausea, anxiety

Question 48

Assistive technology requirements under IDEA

Answer 48

The school must purchase or lease for the student Customize to the students' needs Ensure the student and family are trained on the use

Question 49

What is the best way to establish service competency?

Answer 49

Close supervision and mentorship