WGU D030 UUM1 TASK 1| SERVICE PLAN
BRIEF FOR WELLNESS CENTER FOR
MENTAL HEALTH PRACTICE
EXAMINATION 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS GRADED A+
◍ A client arrives at the occupational therapy clinic 10 minutes late for an
appointment, crying uncontrollably. When the COTA® attempts to engage
the client in conversation, the client responds, "I don't want to talk about it.
Is that so bad?" What responses from the COTA would be appropriate?.
Answer: -"It must be very difficult" acknowledges the client's feelings
without being judgmental and lets the client know that the COTA sees that
the client is upset. It also provides the client with an opportunity to further
clarify his or her feelings.-Acknowledging understanding and letting the
client determine the right time to enter the session, if able, communicate
respect and support for the client's autonomy.
◍ What are signs of dependence?.
Answer: Extreme dependence in a close relationship, Urgent search to.find a
new relationship when one ends
◍ What are examples of antidepressants?.
Answer: Prozac, Zoloft, Paxil, lexapro, celexa (teach it takes 6-8wks to start
working and not to stop abruptly)
◍ What are symptoms of delirium tremens?.
Answer: Anxiety, Panic, Disorientation, Hallucinations, Vomiting, Seizures,
Tremors, Hypertension, Cardiac arrhythmias
◍ What is a panic attack?.
, Answer: sudden onset of intense panic in which multiple physical symptoms
of stress occur, often with feelings that one is dying
◍ What happens to the. blood vessels during flight or fight?.
Answer: They constrict
◍ What is autism spectrum disorder?.
Answer: A development disorder characterized by deficits in social
interaction, Impaired social communication, Restricted and repetitive
behavior and interests, Difficulty building friendships, and responding
inappropriately in conversations
◍ What are stress related medical conditions?.
Answer: Lowered immunity, Burnout, Migraine/Tension headaches,
Hypertension, Coronary artery disease
◍ What is social anxiety disorder?.
Answer: marked fear or anxiety about one or more social situations in which
the individual is exposed to possible embarssment
◍ A COTA® working in an outpatient psychiatric setting has been meeting
monthly with a closed-membership group of people with depression to
promote socialization. Up to this point, the group has been functioning as a
parallel group, but the participants are ready to progress to the next level, a
cooperative group. Which activities would be appropriate to facilitate this
transition? Select the 3 BEST choices..
Answer: The group can progress from a parallel to a cooperative group by
taking an already mastered skill, such as making a quilt square, selecting
favorite music, or cooking a dish, and adding the component of coordination
and cooperation. To make quilted wall hanging, design a playlist, or plan a
dinner, participants still work on their own, but they need to interact with
one another to complete the activity using each participant's contribution.
◍ An adult with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is admitted to an
inpatient psychiatric unit after a suicide attempt. What would be the BEST
initial intervention for a COTA® to attempt with this client?.
, Answer: relaxation is one of the primary interventions for people with
PTSD.
◍ Which of the following elements is an important component of the Recovery
Model?.
Answer: The Recovery Model suggests a broad context for intervention, not
specific intervention strategies provided by mental health providers. The
Recovery Model is a client-centered approach to recovery that encourages
the supports necessary for a person to recover within a context that is
comfortable for that person. It may include peer support and teaching.
◍ What is free floating anxiety?.
Answer: anxiety that is unrelated to any realistic, known source (general
feeling of doom)
◍ Anxiety disorders.
Answer: Characterized by panic, stress and generalized anxiety resulting in
alteration of behavior, emotions, and cognitive processing for the purpose of
avoiding the associated negative psychological, emotional, and
physiological impactGeneral categories:-Panic
disorder-agoraphobia-generalized anxiety disorder-post Trumatic stress
disorder-social phobia-specific phobia-substance induced anxiety
disorder-anxiety disorder attributable to a general medication condition
◍ What are examples of antipsychotic medications?.
Answer: Zyprexa, Seroquel, Risperdal, Clozaril, Latuda, Abilify
◍ How would you care for a suicidal client?.
Answer: Remove anything from the room that they can harm themselves
with and remain with the client at all times
◍ During an initial interview with a young adult who has Level 1 autism
spectrum disorder without intellectual impairment (Asperger syndrome), the
COTA® becomes aware that the client lives alone and is isolated, does not
go out much, does not value family relationships, and does not seem to have
any friends. Additionally, the client is not gainfully employed and does not
BRIEF FOR WELLNESS CENTER FOR
MENTAL HEALTH PRACTICE
EXAMINATION 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS GRADED A+
◍ A client arrives at the occupational therapy clinic 10 minutes late for an
appointment, crying uncontrollably. When the COTA® attempts to engage
the client in conversation, the client responds, "I don't want to talk about it.
Is that so bad?" What responses from the COTA would be appropriate?.
Answer: -"It must be very difficult" acknowledges the client's feelings
without being judgmental and lets the client know that the COTA sees that
the client is upset. It also provides the client with an opportunity to further
clarify his or her feelings.-Acknowledging understanding and letting the
client determine the right time to enter the session, if able, communicate
respect and support for the client's autonomy.
◍ What are signs of dependence?.
Answer: Extreme dependence in a close relationship, Urgent search to.find a
new relationship when one ends
◍ What are examples of antidepressants?.
Answer: Prozac, Zoloft, Paxil, lexapro, celexa (teach it takes 6-8wks to start
working and not to stop abruptly)
◍ What are symptoms of delirium tremens?.
Answer: Anxiety, Panic, Disorientation, Hallucinations, Vomiting, Seizures,
Tremors, Hypertension, Cardiac arrhythmias
◍ What is a panic attack?.
, Answer: sudden onset of intense panic in which multiple physical symptoms
of stress occur, often with feelings that one is dying
◍ What happens to the. blood vessels during flight or fight?.
Answer: They constrict
◍ What is autism spectrum disorder?.
Answer: A development disorder characterized by deficits in social
interaction, Impaired social communication, Restricted and repetitive
behavior and interests, Difficulty building friendships, and responding
inappropriately in conversations
◍ What are stress related medical conditions?.
Answer: Lowered immunity, Burnout, Migraine/Tension headaches,
Hypertension, Coronary artery disease
◍ What is social anxiety disorder?.
Answer: marked fear or anxiety about one or more social situations in which
the individual is exposed to possible embarssment
◍ A COTA® working in an outpatient psychiatric setting has been meeting
monthly with a closed-membership group of people with depression to
promote socialization. Up to this point, the group has been functioning as a
parallel group, but the participants are ready to progress to the next level, a
cooperative group. Which activities would be appropriate to facilitate this
transition? Select the 3 BEST choices..
Answer: The group can progress from a parallel to a cooperative group by
taking an already mastered skill, such as making a quilt square, selecting
favorite music, or cooking a dish, and adding the component of coordination
and cooperation. To make quilted wall hanging, design a playlist, or plan a
dinner, participants still work on their own, but they need to interact with
one another to complete the activity using each participant's contribution.
◍ An adult with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is admitted to an
inpatient psychiatric unit after a suicide attempt. What would be the BEST
initial intervention for a COTA® to attempt with this client?.
, Answer: relaxation is one of the primary interventions for people with
PTSD.
◍ Which of the following elements is an important component of the Recovery
Model?.
Answer: The Recovery Model suggests a broad context for intervention, not
specific intervention strategies provided by mental health providers. The
Recovery Model is a client-centered approach to recovery that encourages
the supports necessary for a person to recover within a context that is
comfortable for that person. It may include peer support and teaching.
◍ What is free floating anxiety?.
Answer: anxiety that is unrelated to any realistic, known source (general
feeling of doom)
◍ Anxiety disorders.
Answer: Characterized by panic, stress and generalized anxiety resulting in
alteration of behavior, emotions, and cognitive processing for the purpose of
avoiding the associated negative psychological, emotional, and
physiological impactGeneral categories:-Panic
disorder-agoraphobia-generalized anxiety disorder-post Trumatic stress
disorder-social phobia-specific phobia-substance induced anxiety
disorder-anxiety disorder attributable to a general medication condition
◍ What are examples of antipsychotic medications?.
Answer: Zyprexa, Seroquel, Risperdal, Clozaril, Latuda, Abilify
◍ How would you care for a suicidal client?.
Answer: Remove anything from the room that they can harm themselves
with and remain with the client at all times
◍ During an initial interview with a young adult who has Level 1 autism
spectrum disorder without intellectual impairment (Asperger syndrome), the
COTA® becomes aware that the client lives alone and is isolated, does not
go out much, does not value family relationships, and does not seem to have
any friends. Additionally, the client is not gainfully employed and does not
