Mrs. C is an 85-year-old woman living with her daughter and…

Mrs. C is an 85-year-old woman living with her daughter and son-in-law, who both work full time. Mrs. C is bored during the day and needs assistance to take her medications and to remember time. She walks with a walker. Which of the following living arrangements would you recommend at this time?

The OTA is working with a patient who has a history of osteo…

The OTA is working with a patient who has a history of osteoarthritis of the hip and knees. Standing is painful, but she wants to continue living in her own apartment as long as she can. Which of the following OTA actions reflect a “client-centered” approach?

Rita is 80 years old and lives independently in a second flo…

Rita is 80 years old and lives independently in a second floor apartment. For the past 15 years she has volunteered at the public library for 6 hours per day 4 days per week. Rita has recently reduced her volunteer hours to 4 hours per day 3 days per week. Rita’s daughter is concerned with this change and is concerned that her mother is becoming depressed. Which of the following is the best explanation for Rita’s reduction in volunteer activity?