Mental Health OT Flashcards
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The Allen Cognitive Level Screen (ACLS) is MOST useful for assessing:
Answer: Functional cognitive level and learning potential
The ACLS assesses functional cognitive level using a leather-lacing task to estimate a client's cognitive capacity and learning potential.
In the cognitive disabilities model, a client at Allen Level 3 would MOST likely be able to:
Answer: Perform familiar manual actions with repetitive cues
Allen Level 3 clients can perform repetitive manual actions with familiar objects but require cues and cannot plan or problem-solve independently.
An OTA is helping a client with major depression improve their sleep hygiene. Which recommendation is MOST evidence-based?
Answer: Establish a consistent sleep-wake schedule and bedtime routine
Consistent sleep-wake schedules and bedtime routines are evidence-based sleep hygiene strategies that support circadian rhythm regulation.
Which of the following BEST describes 'therapeutic use of self' in OT?
Answer: Intentionally using one's personality and relationship to benefit the client
Therapeutic use of self refers to the intentional, reflective use of one's personality, insights, and relationship to facilitate the therapeutic process.
A client with OCD is engaging in excessive handwashing that interferes with daily routines. The OTA's MOST appropriate role is to:
Answer: Collaborate with the OTR and treatment team to address occupational impact of compulsions
The OTA collaborates with the OTR and interdisciplinary team to address how OCD symptoms impact occupational performance.
Which group leadership style is MOST appropriate for clients in the early stages of psychiatric recovery with limited social skills?
Answer: Directive leadership with high structure and clear expectations
Directive leadership provides the structure and clarity that clients in early recovery need to participate safely and successfully.
Which activity would MOST directly address volition in a client with mental illness, according to MOHO?
Answer: Exploring the client's interests and helping them identify meaningful occupations
Volition in MOHO refers to motivation and values; exploring interests and meaningful occupations directly addresses this component.