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M2: This question is testing your competency in the area of mindset. (ELO 8.4) Answer in writing or use the “record audio” or “record video” buttons below the text box to record your response. Read the following scenario and then explain how you would respond. You are taking a difficult college course. You complete all of the homework, attend class regularly, and study for 2 hours every day. You fail the first two exams. Which of the following is the best way to respond to the situation? Explain how this response will impact your success positively. Possible responses: Drop the class and find something easier. Ask the instructor to help you figure out how to change your approach. Stop going to class. It’s too late to get your money back anyway. Do everything as you were before, but study 4 hours per day instead of 2.  Ask the instructor to teach the material differently so you can understand it better. 

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Knowing when to use humor and when to be serious to problem solve when working with a client is an example of artistic element of therapeutic reasoning?


Being culturally competent is not an important aspect of the therapeutic relationship.

The aspect of self that others see without benefit of knowing a person’s intentions, motivations, and limitations is known as:

According to our OT Practice Framework what must be the center focus of the client-practitioner relationship in regards to the service delivery process?

The elements of science, art, and ethics are intertwined in the practice of occupational therapy.

The COTA is performing a screening but unable to determine if Kimberly can benefit from an evaluation. According to results, Kimberly is performing at the borderline for self-care skills. What is the COTA suppose to do next?

Cristina is a COTA who has never done a screening before. However, her OTR has schedule her with a screening the next day? What is the COTA lacking?

What is the term for communication that expresses emotions without words?