Using Critical Thinking And Clinical Reasoning

Using critical thinking/clinical reasoning is challenging and it does not happen serendipitously. However, the three effective ways to approach the NBCOT test questions include (1) Practice NBCOT test questions to help make prudent decisions about challenging clinical questions. (2) Knowing factual information such as diagnoses and symptoms to help one draw conclusions. (3) Know OT academic coursework and entry-level self-assessment tool.
Four effective test taking strategies: (1) Decrease anxiety level before you begin by taking the tutorial and asking any and all questions. (2)Read the exam item carefully before selecting a response to the question posed (3) Pace oneself using the timing advice provided above (4) Apply clinical reasoning