A teen girl has cystic fibrosis a recessive inherited diseas…

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?

The COTA is working with an autistic child on feeding skills…

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?