The OTA Works to Improve a Child's Sitting Posture So

question 7

Multiple Choice

The OTA works to improve a child's sitting posture so the child can write more clearly.How is the practitioner viewing occupation?

• A) Occupation is the means to strengthen the child's hands.
• B) Occupation is the end product-to help the child perform in school.
• C) Occupation is not considered in this scenario.
• D) Occupation is being used to help the child deal with frustration.

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Definitions:

Gap Junctions

Specialized intercellular connections that facilitate the direct transfer of ions and small molecules between the cytoplasm of adjacent cells.

Desmosomes

Cell structures specialized for cell-to-cell adhesion, acting as anchors between cells in tissues that undergo significant stress.

Tight Junctions

Specialized connections between neighboring cells, creating a nearly impermeable barrier to prevent leakage of extracellular fluid across a layer of epithelial cells.

Intercalated Discs

Specialized structures found in cardiac muscle tissue that facilitate the transmission of electrical signals and coordination of muscle contraction.