Exam Preview for 6243: The Bariatric Client And The OT Role, Part 2

The Bariatric Client And The OT Role, Part 2

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1. According to the AOTA, what can occupational therapy practitioners do to help clients with obesity? Participating and enjoying healthy routines Weight management Assisting clients in achieving goals in affected occupations All of the above
2. What is NOT a strategy to use with a child who is obese? Parents as positive role models for a healthy lifestyle Letting the child exercise alone Cooking as a family Physical activities that are adapted to the child
3. What percentage of injuries in occupational therapy and physical therapy practitioners are attributed to manually lifting clients? 34% 45% 71% 86%
4. For safe patient handling, what needs to be assessed? Shape and size of the client Level of mobility Pain All of the above
5. According to new guidelines by NIOSH, what is a TRUE statement? A caregiver can lift up to 25 pounds safely. A caregiver can lift up to 35 pounds safely. The overall goal of safe patient lifting programs should be to avoid manual lifting whenever possible. None of the above