COTA Exam questions from NBCOT 3rd edition Examination
sample prep Questions and Answers; certified for accuracy
2025/2026
An individual with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is currently in a stage of
remission. During. this inactive chronic phase of this disease, the OTA.
works with the client to maintain range of motion (ROM) and muscle
strength. Which of the following is most effective for the OTA to
recommend the client include in a daily home exercise program?
A. Passive ROM
B. Active ROM
C. Isotonics
D. Progressive resistance - correct answer: B
Rationale is on page 487
Several clients participate in an outpatient daily vocational rehabilitation
group. Which should the occupational therapist and OTA emphasize as the
main purpose of this group?
A. Reducing costs by using an out patient format instead of an inpatient
setting
B. Building members trust of others to support interpersonal work
relationships
C. Enhancing members self esteem to build confidence to pursue work
D. Developing essential skills required for. members to pursue work -
correct answer: D
Rationale is on page 489
, A person incurred a traumatic above-elbow amputation to the non dominant
upper extremity. The client establishes a goal to be independent in all ADL,
using the residual limb without a prosthesis. However, the limb is painful
and very sensitive. Which should the OTA include in the OT intervention
program? Select best three
A. Training in compensatory strategies and adaptive equipment. to enable
the unilateral performance of tasks
B. Instruction in how to use the residual non-dominant upper extremity as a
stabilizer during task performance
C. Implementation of an exercise program to focus on strengthening
muscles that will enable the effective use of a prosthesis
D. Instructions in how to protectively wrap the residual limb with an elastic
bandage in a circular manner to decrease pain and mange hypersensitivity
E. Instruction in how to protectively wrap the residual limb in a figure of
eight diagonal pattern going from a distal to proximal direction
F. Refer the client to am amputee support group to. increase acceptance of
the nee for a prosthesis to attain ADL independence - correct answer
Correct. Answers: A, B, E
Rationale. is on page 518
An OTA is asked to develop a discharge planning group for clients being
discharged within the next month from a long term facility for adults with
serious and persistent metal illness. Which action is best for the OTA to
take initially?
A. Obtain prospective group members occupational profile and postd/c
goals and options.
B. Identify community resources to develop a community reintegration
program and enhance post-d/c participation.
sample prep Questions and Answers; certified for accuracy
2025/2026
An individual with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is currently in a stage of
remission. During. this inactive chronic phase of this disease, the OTA.
works with the client to maintain range of motion (ROM) and muscle
strength. Which of the following is most effective for the OTA to
recommend the client include in a daily home exercise program?
A. Passive ROM
B. Active ROM
C. Isotonics
D. Progressive resistance - correct answer: B
Rationale is on page 487
Several clients participate in an outpatient daily vocational rehabilitation
group. Which should the occupational therapist and OTA emphasize as the
main purpose of this group?
A. Reducing costs by using an out patient format instead of an inpatient
setting
B. Building members trust of others to support interpersonal work
relationships
C. Enhancing members self esteem to build confidence to pursue work
D. Developing essential skills required for. members to pursue work -
correct answer: D
Rationale is on page 489
, A person incurred a traumatic above-elbow amputation to the non dominant
upper extremity. The client establishes a goal to be independent in all ADL,
using the residual limb without a prosthesis. However, the limb is painful
and very sensitive. Which should the OTA include in the OT intervention
program? Select best three
A. Training in compensatory strategies and adaptive equipment. to enable
the unilateral performance of tasks
B. Instruction in how to use the residual non-dominant upper extremity as a
stabilizer during task performance
C. Implementation of an exercise program to focus on strengthening
muscles that will enable the effective use of a prosthesis
D. Instructions in how to protectively wrap the residual limb with an elastic
bandage in a circular manner to decrease pain and mange hypersensitivity
E. Instruction in how to protectively wrap the residual limb in a figure of
eight diagonal pattern going from a distal to proximal direction
F. Refer the client to am amputee support group to. increase acceptance of
the nee for a prosthesis to attain ADL independence - correct answer
Correct. Answers: A, B, E
Rationale. is on page 518
An OTA is asked to develop a discharge planning group for clients being
discharged within the next month from a long term facility for adults with
serious and persistent metal illness. Which action is best for the OTA to
take initially?
A. Obtain prospective group members occupational profile and postd/c
goals and options.
B. Identify community resources to develop a community reintegration
program and enhance post-d/c participation.
