A 45‑year‑old woman with right hemiparesis after a stroke…

  A 45‑year‑old woman with right hemiparesis after a stroke is observed preparing a cup of tea in the therapy kitchen. She scans the counter, reaches with the left hand to open a tea bag, spills water while pouring from the kettle, hesitates when using the electric kettle switch, and places the cup on the far edge of the counter requiring trunk lean. Which of the following statements best reflects an analysis of performance from the observation?  

  An occupational therapist uses a visual analog pain scale…

  An occupational therapist uses a visual analog pain scale to assess a patient diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, who presents with chronic pain and swelling in both hands and wrists. Together, the therapist and patient have identified pain management as a targeted outcome.  Pain management is best categorized under which of the following occupational domains?