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A teen girl has cystic fibrosis a recessive inherited disease most commonly found in people of Northern European descent.  The condition causes the mucus build up in the lungs.  Although the current life expectancy is 37 years old, she is in declining health and is on hospice and expected to succumb within 1-2months. She complains of difficulty grasping fork/spoon, brushing her hair, and walking to the lavatory.  She is sad and depressed about missing her friends and the upcoming prom. The MD has referred her for OT, PT, SLP, and a psychologist.  Which of the following is the best intervention idea?

A child with cerebral palsy has dysarthria (difficulty producing speech/sounds).  She also has extremely limited use of her hands for gross and fine movement.  What is the most appropriate A-tech device? She has very mild cognitive delay.

The IDEA requires that the need for A-tech be considered

What is/are the purpose of early intervention? (choose 3)

The COTA is working with an autistic child on feeding skills at school.  He comes on Monday and Wednesday and the child is happy and does well.  The COTA sees another child Tuesday and Thursday in the same room.  He notices the autistic child becomes always becomes upset on Thursday.  He realizes Thursday is hot dog day and the child is supposed to be Kosher.  Why is it important to train the teacher’s aide to get the autistic child the vegetarian meal on Thursday?

A child should be seated with

A child should be able to use a straw and open mouth cup by

A child with terminal cancer is receiving palliative care.  She struggles to self feed secondary to weakness and low endurance.  What is the best intervention?

What is an appropriate assessment for a 3rd grader who has visual motor deficits?

A 10 year old child has ADHD and is very fidgety.  He has low tone, weak muscles and is described as clumsy.  He has difficulty paying attention in class.  What is the