Education
The ___ degree critically analyzes research for practice.
Master's
What is the OTA’s role during the intervention phase of the OT process?
The OTA helps implement intervention activities and can provide input on client progress.
Supervision is an interactive process that is the responsibility of ___ for collaborative communication.
A) The OT
B) The OTA
C) Both the OT and the OTA
C) Both the OT and the OTA
Who is responsible for ensuring the OTA’s competency in clinical skills?
Both the OTA and the supervising OT
What is the minimal level of education required for an OT compared to an OTA?
OT requires a master’s degree while OTA requires an associate’s degree.
Describe one example of how an OTA might contribute to the evaluation phase under the OT’s supervision.
The OTA may perform specific assessments as directed by the OT or provide observations of the client’s functional abilities.
When does the OTA not need supervision from the OT?
A) Clinical Supervision
B) Administrative Supervision
B) Administrative Supervision
How can OTAs stay current with changes in best practices and maintain competency?
Through continuing education, training, and supervision from experienced OTs.
Which of the following options can be a prerequisite course?
A) Psychology
B) Kinesiology
C) Both A and B
C) Both A and B
In the discharge planning phase, what is the OT’s responsibility, and how might the OTA assist?
The OT is responsible for creating and finalizing the discharge plan, while the OTA can provide feedback on client progress and readiness.
What level of supervision would be needed when an experienced OTA is switching their area of practice?
Close supervision
An OT has come up with a comprehensive treatment plan for a client that the OTA will carry out. Upon working with the client, the OTA has determined other areas of needs and wants to modify the treatment plan. The OTA should:
A) Implement new activities without collaborating with the OT because they’re competent
OR
B) Conduct a follow-up meeting with the OT to review and modify the treatment plan
B) Conduct a follow-up meeting with the OT to review and modify the treatment plan