OTs/COTAs study Guide

(1) The clinical complexity of the client; (2) The competency of the occupational therapy assistant; (3) The occupational therapy assistant's level of training in the treatment/intervention technique; and (4) Whether continual reassessment of the client's status is needed during treatment/intervention. - Answer-When supervising an OTA, what 4 things should be considered when delegating the treatment of patients? Yes - Answer-After completing the coursework and internships required, do OTAs have to pass an NBCOT exam in order to practice? No, they are every even year - Answer-Do OTs and OTAs have the same date to renew their licensure? Yes - Answer-Are OTAs able to delegate to unlicensed personnel? Yes - Answer-Is the OT ultimately responsible for all the clients as well as accountable and responsible at all time for the actions of the persons they supervise? 4 - Answer-How many OTAs may a full time occupational therapist supervise if they are also involved in client evaluations, client treatment, and supervision of occupational therapy personnel? 6 - Answer-How many OTAs may a full time occupational therapist supervise if they are only involved in client evaluations and supervision of occupational therapy personnel? 2 - Answer-In regards to the two previous questions, how many OTAs could an OT supervise if at a part time status of 20 hours per week?