Pass The NBCOT Practice Test:
Comprehensive Test For Unmatched
Success.
The National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) has established a
Code of a professional Conduct that guides the practice of occupational therapy. Which
statement is consistent with the Code of Professional Conduct? -
\A COTA must disclose any criminal, legal, or disciplinary matters to NBCOT within 60
days of occurence
A patient has been referred to OT with a diagnosis of secondary rotator cuff
impingement. The OT POC indicated that the patient should be instructed in a HEP to
address the associated muscle weakness. Which muscles would MOST appropriate to
address in the initial HEP? -
\Supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres major
Which areas are the MOST high risk for pressure injuries for a wheelchair-bound patient
who is seated in a standard manual wheelchair with footrests and cannot perform
pressure-relieving techniques? -
\Lateral malleolus, olecranon process, vertebral spinous process
A COTA is treating a pt who is on isolation precautions due to MRSA infection in a right
forearm wound. The COTA is scheduled to performed bilateral upper extremity ROM
exercises with the pt at bedside. Which protective equipment is required to be worn by
the COTA? -
\Gloves and gown
What is the best instruction is appropriate for a pt in the active inflammatory period of
rheumatoid arthritis? -
\Perform isometric exercises in pain-free positions
What technique is the easiest effective means for communicating instructions to a child
with autism? -
\Provide instruction in the form of a two-step command
A LTC resident fell while transferring from a wheelchair to the toilet with nursing staff
and sprained his right ankle. His doctor has written OT orders for the pt. Which factor
best supports the medical necessity for OT intervention? -
\Since the fall, the pt requires a higher level of assistance for toilet transfers than
previously
, A client is reported to be routine oriented, prefers to be alone, and dislikes crowds.
Which sensory pattern best describes this client? -
\Avoider
The OT POC indicates that a wrist support brace should be fabricated to maintain the
hand in the functional position. Which positions are correct for the splint fabrication? -
\20 degrees,or wrist extension, slight ulnar deviation, 60 degrees of metacarpal flexion
An employer has requested that an OT job analysis be performed as part of the pre-
employment screening process for all new hires. Which type of job analysis would be
MOST appropriate? -
\Functional
A 60 y/o client who is 4 months status-post bilateral TKR has been referred to OT for
instruction in proper lifting techniques, so he can return to his job as a stocker at a
grocery store. Which lift tech isn't would be most appropriate for this client? -
\Stoop
A 60 y/o female with an acute exacerbation of COPD is being discharged home from
the acute care hospital. Her home setup includes a combination tub shower. Her goal is
to be able to shower with supervision from her husband. Which AD will she most likely
require for bathing? -
\Tub seat
Which best describes evidence based practice in OT? -
\- Tx is guided by up to date research and scientific information
- The client is actively involved in the intervention process
- The first step in implementing evidence based practice is to formulate a clinical
question
What type of research study provides the best source for evidence based practice? -
\Systematic review
Which muscles are most likely to develop contractures after a transfer oral amputation?
-
\Hip flexors and hip abductors
The OT evaluation states that a child tested positive for gravitational insecurity. Which
clinical observation most accurately describes gravitational insecurity? -
\The child has difficulty lying supine on a large therapy ball while the OT tips the ball
backward unexpectedly
During normal development, which oral motor reflex diminishes at 2 years of age? -
\Biting
Which feeding skill typically develops around 12 months of age? -
Comprehensive Test For Unmatched
Success.
The National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) has established a
Code of a professional Conduct that guides the practice of occupational therapy. Which
statement is consistent with the Code of Professional Conduct? -
\A COTA must disclose any criminal, legal, or disciplinary matters to NBCOT within 60
days of occurence
A patient has been referred to OT with a diagnosis of secondary rotator cuff
impingement. The OT POC indicated that the patient should be instructed in a HEP to
address the associated muscle weakness. Which muscles would MOST appropriate to
address in the initial HEP? -
\Supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres major
Which areas are the MOST high risk for pressure injuries for a wheelchair-bound patient
who is seated in a standard manual wheelchair with footrests and cannot perform
pressure-relieving techniques? -
\Lateral malleolus, olecranon process, vertebral spinous process
A COTA is treating a pt who is on isolation precautions due to MRSA infection in a right
forearm wound. The COTA is scheduled to performed bilateral upper extremity ROM
exercises with the pt at bedside. Which protective equipment is required to be worn by
the COTA? -
\Gloves and gown
What is the best instruction is appropriate for a pt in the active inflammatory period of
rheumatoid arthritis? -
\Perform isometric exercises in pain-free positions
What technique is the easiest effective means for communicating instructions to a child
with autism? -
\Provide instruction in the form of a two-step command
A LTC resident fell while transferring from a wheelchair to the toilet with nursing staff
and sprained his right ankle. His doctor has written OT orders for the pt. Which factor
best supports the medical necessity for OT intervention? -
\Since the fall, the pt requires a higher level of assistance for toilet transfers than
previously
, A client is reported to be routine oriented, prefers to be alone, and dislikes crowds.
Which sensory pattern best describes this client? -
\Avoider
The OT POC indicates that a wrist support brace should be fabricated to maintain the
hand in the functional position. Which positions are correct for the splint fabrication? -
\20 degrees,or wrist extension, slight ulnar deviation, 60 degrees of metacarpal flexion
An employer has requested that an OT job analysis be performed as part of the pre-
employment screening process for all new hires. Which type of job analysis would be
MOST appropriate? -
\Functional
A 60 y/o client who is 4 months status-post bilateral TKR has been referred to OT for
instruction in proper lifting techniques, so he can return to his job as a stocker at a
grocery store. Which lift tech isn't would be most appropriate for this client? -
\Stoop
A 60 y/o female with an acute exacerbation of COPD is being discharged home from
the acute care hospital. Her home setup includes a combination tub shower. Her goal is
to be able to shower with supervision from her husband. Which AD will she most likely
require for bathing? -
\Tub seat
Which best describes evidence based practice in OT? -
\- Tx is guided by up to date research and scientific information
- The client is actively involved in the intervention process
- The first step in implementing evidence based practice is to formulate a clinical
question
What type of research study provides the best source for evidence based practice? -
\Systematic review
Which muscles are most likely to develop contractures after a transfer oral amputation?
-
\Hip flexors and hip abductors
The OT evaluation states that a child tested positive for gravitational insecurity. Which
clinical observation most accurately describes gravitational insecurity? -
\The child has difficulty lying supine on a large therapy ball while the OT tips the ball
backward unexpectedly
During normal development, which oral motor reflex diminishes at 2 years of age? -
\Biting
Which feeding skill typically develops around 12 months of age? -
