An OTR is completing an initial evaluation of a client diagn…

An OTR is completing an initial evaluation of a client diagnosed with MS. The client’s medical information was reviewed prior to the session and OTR noted the client recently received her diagnosis. Upon meeting the client, the PTR learns the client remains active in IADL, work, and leisure. In order to promote this client’s continued engagement in occupations, which is the MOST important for the OTR to collect prior to developing an intervention plan?

A 58-year-old female was diagnosed with bronchiectasis 3 yea…

A 58-year-old female was diagnosed with bronchiectasis 3 years ago.  She reports increased cough and difficulty clearing secretions for the past 4 weeks.  A chest radiograph shows no significant changes.  Which of the following should the respiratory therapist recommend FIRST?

Greater physical distance reduced the formation of weak ties…

Greater physical distance reduced the formation of weak ties between neighbors, and even more strongly reduced the formation of strong ties. This is what Butts and Carley referred to as ________. That is, just as greater physical distance reduces the likelihood of a social tie, greater social distance also reduces the likelihood of a social tie.