Theory & Frames of Reference    The COTA teaches the client how to use the Zones of Regulation to decrease maladaptive behaviors.

Theory & Frames of Reference  An OT practitioner has to use many models of practice during his intervention processes.

NBCOT requires occupational therapy applicants pass a background check.

An OT practitioner should choose one frame of reference

Intervention Approaches   The COTA adapts the environment to increase access for persons in a wheelchair.  

The COTA is informed by his manager that he has to see a client for 60 minutes of therapy.  The client is in a vegetative state and not able to understand what is happening or to participate in the treatment.  The COTA does not believe that service would be skilled or necessary. What concepts can he use to explain why he cannot comply

The OTR asks the COTA to perform a standardized assessment he has never used and to write up the evaluation.  What is the correct action

The CEO sends out a memo that VIP’s (very important person) such as MD’s, business executives, and celebrities are to receive premium care.  They will get: the most advanced practitioners, extra time, will be seen as soon as they arrive whether early or late, and will get to schedule appoints at their convenience even if it means bumping other clients.  The OT practitioners report they cannot comply with this new policy because of

An OT practitioner can expect to use many models in his practice

To practice in California the occupational therapy practitioner must hold a current state license.