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.
What type of supervision might be required when the OTA is newly practicing in a specific area of OT?
Close or direct supervision
Who is responsible for ensuring the OTA’s competency in clinical skills?
Both the OTA and the supervising OT
What is one primary difference in the 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.
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
How can OTAs stay current with changes in best practices and maintain competency?
Through continuing education, training, and supervision from experienced OTs.
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.
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