An OTA Is Working with a Client in a Return-To-Work

question 7

Multiple Choice

An OTA is working with a client in a return-to-work program. The client is experiencing pain in his shoulders and is refusing most activities due to not wanting to further damage his injury. What should be the OTA's next step?

• A) Assess the client's pain level and determine pain tolerance.
• B) Grade the activity down so that the client will experience less pain.
• C) Educate the client in the causes behind the pain.
• D) Push the client into performing the activities he is supposed to be doing.

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