Cota Exam Prep

Front 1

What is Peripheral Neuropathy

Back 1

Syndrome of the sensory motor reflex and exhibits vasomotor symptoms.

Front 2

What is the FIRST intervention plan a COTA can implement for the visually impaired ?

Back 2

Organization of the clients/residents morning routine
*(LTG) - most appropriate would be Meal Prep.

Front 3

What is the difference between Displacement, Acting Out, Passive-Aggressive Behavior and Reaction Formation?

Back 3

Displacement is the redirecting of anger from one object to another

Acting out is behaviors that violate social norms

Passive Aggressive Behaviors - Indirect/Unassertive aggression

Reaction Formation - Switching an unacceptable impulse to the opposite reaction

Front 4

What does Tendon Gliding exercise help with?

Back 4

Helps prevent adhesion to the tendons during the healing phase

Front 5

According the the national buildings and facilities commission what is the max. height a counter can be for a person with disabilities?

Back 5

31" Max Height

Front 6

In a cooperative group what does the OTA act as?

Back 6

The OTA acts as an advisor for the group in directing group problem solving.

Front 7

What is the difference between Categorization and Sequencing?

Back 7

Categorization is the separating items into two groups,

Sequencing is the planning, organization, implementation of steps of a task into an appropriate order

Front 8

In order to become a member of a Vocational Rehab group one must be proficient / have developed what first?

Back 8

Self Care Skills

Front 9

What is Akathisia ? Akinesia? Pseudo Parkinsonism? Tardive Dyskinesia ?

Back 9

Akathisia is the side effects of anti-psychotic medications (restlessness, hand tremors, shaky legs)

Akinesia is the lack of movement, side effect of schizophrenia

Pseudo Parkinsonism - Pill rolling tremors

Tardive Dyskinesia - Neurological condition

Front 10

What is the first intervention plan for the visually impaired?

Back 10

Organization of the clients morning routine is key in intervention of the visual impaired.

A LTG would be meal preparation

Front 11

When treating a client with complex regional pain syndrome what is the best modality?

Back 11

Biofeedback which releases tension and reduces pain in muscles

Front 12

What does buddy straps provide?

Back 12

Passive ROM to injured finger and limits active ROM

Front 13

In a cooperative group how would an OTA act as?

Back 13

An OTA would act as an ad visor in this type of setting, focusing on problem solving within the group.

Front 14

In a wheelchair clinic what type of pressured seats would a COTA recommend ?

Back 14

Firm seats provide stability, used to prevent decubiti, contractures, and deformities.

Front 15

What does the COTA contribute to during the evaluation process?

Back 15

Using standardized measures, teh COTA can help with IADL and BADL.

Front 16

What is one measurement tool that cannot be manipulated?

Back 16

Volumeter which measures edema.

Front 17

What is Guillan-Barre Syndrome?

Back 17

When the body immune system attacks itself , one symptom is muscle weakness.

Front 18

When it comes to Dysmetria what is the difference between hypermetria and hypometria?

Back 18

Hypermetria is when one overshoots there intended target,

Hypometria is when one undershoots there intended target.

Front 19

What is Friedeichs Ataxia

Back 19

Poor coordination of the muscles

Front 20

What is one type of client that can participate in a Cardiovascular rehab unit?

Back 20

Clients with low blood pressure or Hypotension clients

Front 21

What are the stages of the Rood Approach

Back 21

1. Supine Withdrawal
2. Rollover
3. Prone extension
4. Neck Co-contraction
5. Prone on elbows
6. Quadruped
7. Standing
8. Walking

Front 22

In a cardia rehab unit a client has a MET level of II what can he do?

Back 22

Table top games and craft activities are fine at a MET level of 1.4-2.0

Showing is not advisable since the MET level is 2.0 - 3.0

Front 23

In an Ego-centric cooperative group what should an OTA focus on?

Back 23

Tasks not members, never assume group roles

Front 24

Describe home modifications for a client who is returning home after a hip replacement

Back 24

Advise client not to sit on low surfaces (unless one has a certified hip cushion) , not to bend for low cabinets, follow hip precautions as per Drs orders (no flexion past 90 degrees, externally rotating hip, pigeon toe or cross leg positions.) Raised toilet seat, shower chair, and grab bars also may proved to be important.

Front 25

Describe these types of cardiac symptoms - Angina pectoris, Dyspnea, and diaphoresis..

Back 25

Angina pectoris - spasms of the chest and left arm

Dyspnea - shortness of breath

Diaphoresis - excessive sweating

Front 26

What types of interventions are used when treating an amputee?

Back 26

education use of the prosthetic, environmental adaptation, training to change handedness, adaptive training for ADLs, and body exercises

Front 27

When it comes to dysphagia (the difficulty in swallowing) what types of diagnosis would one display this?

Back 27

Cerebral Palsy and Multiple sclerosis or someone who has suffered partial paralysis like a stroke or spinal injury

Front 28

What are the important issues when setting up a client in a wheelchair?

Back 28

Diagnosis, physical ability and limitations, ..Other issues are strength, height, and cognitive abilities

Front 29

What is the main purpose of a transitional work program run by a COTA?

Back 29

To modify the capacity in which a worker may return. Changes in the workers schedule, position, work station adaptation, and altered task assignment. *The work assigned must be genuine in order to facilitate client self worth and also maintain work productivity.

Front 30

Explain the application of the sensory integration theory in OT

Back 30

The model is commonly used in children with sensory disturbances. Body awareness, tactile problems, sensory issues around the mouth that may interfere with eating, balance and position concerns, sound tolerance, or dealing with sensory input from ones environment.

OT/OTAs facilitate activities to stimulate the sensory systems or inhibit activities to dampen sensory response in order to improve appropriated response to stimuli (exposure to touch, or bright light/sound, or taking a client into crowds, inhibitory would be soothing such as soft sounds, comfortable warmth, gentle motion or light stretching)

Front 31

Describe some important factors when using a splint with a client

Back 31

The splint should not interfere with clients ability to grasp or hold objects, should not put pressure on bony areas of arm or hand. Any straps should be wide and not narrow in order to distribute pressure broadly,

Front 32

Describe therapeutic activities for visually impaired pre school children?

Back 32

OT will address motor skills, social skills, , self care and attendance to daily life.

Motor skills can be addressed using the neuromuscular training activities like grasping a toy,

Social skills can be implemented hand clapping games,

Training to improve feeding, and dressing skills will be important for a visually impaired child

Front 33

Briefly describe problems of muscle tone after a person experiences a stroke, and how the COTA can use the neurodevelopmental approach

Back 33

Flaccid muscles are limp and soft, and do not contract efficiently for movement,

Spastic muscles are rigid and tense and cannot relax for proper use

Using the NDT approach the COTA can use weight bearing exercise, assist the client with proper trunk rotation, pelvic tilt, and upper body posture and movement which will facilitate improved sensory perception and body awareness