The COTA is informed by his manager that he has to see a cli…

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 CEO sends out a memo that VIP’s (very important person)…

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

The COTA is under pressure to meet productivity demands.  Wh…

The COTA is under pressure to meet productivity demands.  When the client refuses therapy, the COTA pushes his wheelchair to the gym and tells him he has to go or she will report him to his MD and get him in trouble. Does the have the right to refuse treatment?