Activity Analysis Flashcards

When analyzing an activity for a client with low endurance, which component is MOST important to assess?

Answer: Cardiopulmonary demands

Cardiopulmonary demands directly reflect how much energy and oxygen the activity requires, which is critical for clients with low endurance.

An OTA is analyzing baking cookies for a client with limited hand strength. Which adaptation would BEST reduce grip demands?

Answer: Using a stand mixer instead of hand mixing

A stand mixer eliminates the need for sustained grip and stirring force, directly addressing the client's limited hand strength.

In activity analysis, 'sequencing' refers to:

Answer: The order in which activity steps must be performed

Sequencing describes the required order of steps, which is important for clients with cognitive or executive function deficits.

Which aspect of activity analysis addresses whether an activity can be done independently or requires others?

Answer: Social demands

Social demands examine the level of social interaction required, including whether the activity is solitary, parallel, or cooperative.

A client with cognitive impairment struggles with multi-step tasks. Which activity modification would be MOST beneficial?

Answer: Breaking the task into single-step cueing segments

Breaking tasks into single-step cues reduces cognitive load and supports successful completion for clients with cognitive impairment.

When analyzing the 'objects and their properties' in an activity, an OTA would evaluate:

Answer: The weight, texture, and size of tools used

Object properties such as weight, texture, and size affect the physical and sensory demands placed on the client during the activity.

Which frame of reference most directly guides activity analysis focused on sensory processing?

Answer: Sensory integration

The sensory integration frame of reference specifically addresses how clients process and respond to sensory input during activities.