An OT Practitioner Is Working with a Client with a New

question 6

Multiple Choice

An OT practitioner is working with a client with a new diagnosis of osteoarthritis. The client is very concerned that he is experiencing difficulty with several beloved hobbies and is angry about his condition. What can the OT practitioner do to help increase client understanding and ultimately compliance with his treatment?

• A) Provide a handout about osteoarthritis with precautions.
• B) Talk through the task demands of the hobbies to begin to adapt and manage within the diagnosis constraints.
• C) Have the client demonstrate exercises and joint conservations techniques.
• D) Take an opportunity to discuss the condition, anatomy, and symptoms.

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