A Client Has Been Determined to Be Unable to Return

question 9

Multiple Choice

A client has been determined to be unable to return to his job working on a factory assembly line. How can the OT practitioner best assist this client during his return-to-work program?

• A) Discharge the client due to lack of progress.
• B) Refer the client to unemployment and disability services.
• C) Explore other employment interests in therapy and with a vocational rehabilitation referral.
• D) Convince the client that a sedentary job is the perfect option for decreased endurance.

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