NCTRC CTRS EXAM PREP -CERTIFIED
THERAPEUTIC RECREATION SPECIALIST |ACTUAL
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS|BRAND NEW
2026-2027 UPDATE|GRADED A+
Question 1
1. During an initial assessment, the client shows little facial expression or is very slow to
show expressions. How would the CTRS document this client's affect?
a. flat
b. broad
c. blunted
d. inappropriate
CORRECT ANSWER
c
Question 2
2. Which of the following is NOT an essential outcome of rehabilitation therapy for
pediatric clients?
a. improved physical health
b. reduced complications
c. reduced cost of care
d. improved skills in coping with hospitalization
CORRECT ANSWER
c
Question 3
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,3. According to Havighurst's Theory of Adult Development, which of the following best
characterizes middle age?
a. managing a home and finding a congenial social group
b. establishing ties with those in the same age group and adjusting to decreased physical
strength
c. establishing physical living arrangements that are satisfactory
d. achieving civil and social responsibility and maintaining an economic standard of living
CORRECT ANSWER
d
Question 4
4. When choosing a recreational activity for a client, the MOST important consideration is
the client's
a. interests
b. physical abilities
c. mental status
d. financial resources
CORRECT ANSWER
a
Question 5
5. Which of the following Nintendo Wii sports simulation programs is BEST to improve
balance and coordination?
a. golfing
b. tennis
c. hula hoop
d. bowling
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,CORRECT ANSWER
c
Question 6
6. Which theory states that a change in one family member's behavior will affect others in
the family?
a. Rosenstock's Health Belief Model
b. Azjen's Theory of Planned Behavior
c. Bowen's Family Systems Theory
d. Fishbein and Azjen's Theory of Reasoned Action
CORRECT ANSWER
c
Question 7
7. Which of the following is NOT acceptable for the continuing education credit required
for recertification?
a. completing field-related academic courses
b. presenting a lecture at a national recreation therapy conference
c. making a poster presentation at a state recreation therapy conference
d. taking a CPR course
CORRECT ANSWER
d
Question 8
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, 8. Which of the following principles in the ATRA Code of Ethics requires that the CTRS use
skills to assist clients while respecting the clients' rights to make decisions and preventing
harm?
a. beneficence
b. nonmaleficence
c. autonomy
d. justice
CORRECT ANSWER
b
Question 9
9. Which of the following laws requires that clients in nursing homes be engaged in a
program of activities?
a. American's with Disabilities Act (ADA)
b. Older American Act (OAA)
c. Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA)
d. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
CORRECT ANSWER
c
Question 10
10. Which of the following is NOT an example of adult client advocacy?
a. describing the client's apprehensions to other team members'
b. listening to and observing client to determine needs
c. requesting intervention to meet client's needs
d. telling family members the client states he is depressed
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THERAPEUTIC RECREATION SPECIALIST |ACTUAL
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS|BRAND NEW
2026-2027 UPDATE|GRADED A+
Question 1
1. During an initial assessment, the client shows little facial expression or is very slow to
show expressions. How would the CTRS document this client's affect?
a. flat
b. broad
c. blunted
d. inappropriate
CORRECT ANSWER
c
Question 2
2. Which of the following is NOT an essential outcome of rehabilitation therapy for
pediatric clients?
a. improved physical health
b. reduced complications
c. reduced cost of care
d. improved skills in coping with hospitalization
CORRECT ANSWER
c
Question 3
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,3. According to Havighurst's Theory of Adult Development, which of the following best
characterizes middle age?
a. managing a home and finding a congenial social group
b. establishing ties with those in the same age group and adjusting to decreased physical
strength
c. establishing physical living arrangements that are satisfactory
d. achieving civil and social responsibility and maintaining an economic standard of living
CORRECT ANSWER
d
Question 4
4. When choosing a recreational activity for a client, the MOST important consideration is
the client's
a. interests
b. physical abilities
c. mental status
d. financial resources
CORRECT ANSWER
a
Question 5
5. Which of the following Nintendo Wii sports simulation programs is BEST to improve
balance and coordination?
a. golfing
b. tennis
c. hula hoop
d. bowling
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,CORRECT ANSWER
c
Question 6
6. Which theory states that a change in one family member's behavior will affect others in
the family?
a. Rosenstock's Health Belief Model
b. Azjen's Theory of Planned Behavior
c. Bowen's Family Systems Theory
d. Fishbein and Azjen's Theory of Reasoned Action
CORRECT ANSWER
c
Question 7
7. Which of the following is NOT acceptable for the continuing education credit required
for recertification?
a. completing field-related academic courses
b. presenting a lecture at a national recreation therapy conference
c. making a poster presentation at a state recreation therapy conference
d. taking a CPR course
CORRECT ANSWER
d
Question 8
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, 8. Which of the following principles in the ATRA Code of Ethics requires that the CTRS use
skills to assist clients while respecting the clients' rights to make decisions and preventing
harm?
a. beneficence
b. nonmaleficence
c. autonomy
d. justice
CORRECT ANSWER
b
Question 9
9. Which of the following laws requires that clients in nursing homes be engaged in a
program of activities?
a. American's with Disabilities Act (ADA)
b. Older American Act (OAA)
c. Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA)
d. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
CORRECT ANSWER
c
Question 10
10. Which of the following is NOT an example of adult client advocacy?
a. describing the client's apprehensions to other team members'
b. listening to and observing client to determine needs
c. requesting intervention to meet client's needs
d. telling family members the client states he is depressed
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