EXAM: NBCOT COTA EXAM; QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS
Dysphagia Correct Answer-discomfort or difficulty in swallowing
Aphasia Correct Answer-an impairment of language, affecting the production
or comprehension of speech and the ability to read or writ
Anomia Correct Answer-Loss of ability to name objects or to to recognize or
recall names; can be receptive of expressive (type of aphasia)
Broca's aphasia Correct Answer-Expressive aphasia- difficulty speaking
Wernicke's aphasia Correct Answer-Receptive aphasia- difficulty
understanding language
Autonomic Dysreflexia Correct Answer-Immediate pounding headache,
anxiety, perspiration, flushing, chills, nasal congestion, sudden onset of
hypertension, and bradycardia
Heterotopic ossification Correct Answer-Also called ectopic bone, is bone
that develops in abnormal anatomic locations. It most often occurs in the
muscles around the hip and knee, but occasionally it can be noted at the elbow
and shoulder. The first symptoms are swelling, warmth, and decreased joint
ROM. The onset of HO is usually 1 to 4 months after injury (SCI).
Apraxia Correct Answer-inability to perform particular purposeful actions;
result of brain damage
, EXAM: NBCOT COTA EXAM; QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS
Dyspraxia Correct Answer-difficulty translating sensory information into
physical movement, unfamiliar movements, or movement with multiple steps
Ataxia Correct Answer-loss of full control of bodily movements
Paraphasia Correct Answer-type of language output error commonly
associated with aphasia, characterized by the production of unintended phrases
during effort to speak
Hemiparesis Correct Answer-general weakness on one side of the body
Fibromyalgia Correct Answer-musculoskeletal disorder associated with
generalized severe pain, weakness, and loss of strength
Directive role Correct Answer-leadership is the responsibility of the OTA
Facilitative role Correct Answer-leadership responsibilities are shared among
members of the group but ultimately controlled by OTA
Advisory role Correct Answer-leadership is delegated to members of the
group and the OTA serves as a resource
Evaluation group Correct Answer-type of group that serves to assess the
abilities of it's members
ANSWERS
Dysphagia Correct Answer-discomfort or difficulty in swallowing
Aphasia Correct Answer-an impairment of language, affecting the production
or comprehension of speech and the ability to read or writ
Anomia Correct Answer-Loss of ability to name objects or to to recognize or
recall names; can be receptive of expressive (type of aphasia)
Broca's aphasia Correct Answer-Expressive aphasia- difficulty speaking
Wernicke's aphasia Correct Answer-Receptive aphasia- difficulty
understanding language
Autonomic Dysreflexia Correct Answer-Immediate pounding headache,
anxiety, perspiration, flushing, chills, nasal congestion, sudden onset of
hypertension, and bradycardia
Heterotopic ossification Correct Answer-Also called ectopic bone, is bone
that develops in abnormal anatomic locations. It most often occurs in the
muscles around the hip and knee, but occasionally it can be noted at the elbow
and shoulder. The first symptoms are swelling, warmth, and decreased joint
ROM. The onset of HO is usually 1 to 4 months after injury (SCI).
Apraxia Correct Answer-inability to perform particular purposeful actions;
result of brain damage
, EXAM: NBCOT COTA EXAM; QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS
Dyspraxia Correct Answer-difficulty translating sensory information into
physical movement, unfamiliar movements, or movement with multiple steps
Ataxia Correct Answer-loss of full control of bodily movements
Paraphasia Correct Answer-type of language output error commonly
associated with aphasia, characterized by the production of unintended phrases
during effort to speak
Hemiparesis Correct Answer-general weakness on one side of the body
Fibromyalgia Correct Answer-musculoskeletal disorder associated with
generalized severe pain, weakness, and loss of strength
Directive role Correct Answer-leadership is the responsibility of the OTA
Facilitative role Correct Answer-leadership responsibilities are shared among
members of the group but ultimately controlled by OTA
Advisory role Correct Answer-leadership is delegated to members of the
group and the OTA serves as a resource
Evaluation group Correct Answer-type of group that serves to assess the
abilities of it's members
