NBCOT Study Guide Questions and
Answers A+ Guide
In an activity group of an inpatient unit, how should activities be done? -
correct answers✅✅activities should be structured, easily completed in
one session, and provide a concrete result to reinforce reality
What are the two types of Grasps? - correct answers✅✅1. Power: The
adductor pollicis stabilizes an object against the palm; the hand's position is
static.
2. Precision: Muscles are active that abduct or oppose the thumb; the hand's
position is dynamic.
1. Power - correct answers✅✅a. cylindrical grip - fist grasp is a small
diameter cylindrical b. spherical grip
c. hook grip - MP extended with flattening of transverse arch; the person may
or may include the thumb in this grasp.
d. lateral prehension - this can be a power grip if the thumb is adducted, a
precision grip if the thumb is abducted.
2. Precision - correct answers✅✅a. palmar prehension - pulp to pulp,
includes 'chuck' or tripod grips
b. t ip-to-tip - with FDP active to maintain DIP flex.
c. lateral prehension - pad-to-side; key grip
What are symptoms of Rett's syndrome? - correct
answers✅✅Characterized by repetitive movements of licking, biting, and
slapping of one's hands
How is Rett's syndrome treated? - correct answers✅✅Treatment may
involve adaptations to maintain the integrity of the skin such as dynamic
elbow splints that inhibit a hand to mouth pattern by limiting full elbow
flexion
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Answers A+ Guide
How are oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder treated? -
correct answers✅✅OT intervention focuses on development and
improvement of selfesteem/ self-efficacy. A focus is placed on developing the
skills needed for ADL's, social, leisure, and school behaviors
What should a typical substance abuse OT intervention focus on? - correct
answers✅✅Intervention should focus on developing skills for a substance-
free lifestyle.
This includes interpersonal relationships, socialization, and vocation.
Assistance with practical services, such as obtaining Social Security, housing,
and food stamps should also be a focus
What are the components of motor development? - correct answers✅✅1.
Crossing midline
2. Laterality
3. Bilateral integration
4. Fine coordination & dexterity
5. Visual-motor integration
6. Oral-motor control
What are the characteristics of individuals with oppositional defiant disorder?
- correct answers✅✅Impulse control, attention span, and short-term
memory
What is Arthrogryposis? - correct answers✅✅Arthrogryposis, or
arthrogryposis multiplex congenita, comprises nonprogressive conditions
characterized by multiple joint contractures found throughout the body at
birth
Answers A+ Guide
In an activity group of an inpatient unit, how should activities be done? -
correct answers✅✅activities should be structured, easily completed in
one session, and provide a concrete result to reinforce reality
What are the two types of Grasps? - correct answers✅✅1. Power: The
adductor pollicis stabilizes an object against the palm; the hand's position is
static.
2. Precision: Muscles are active that abduct or oppose the thumb; the hand's
position is dynamic.
1. Power - correct answers✅✅a. cylindrical grip - fist grasp is a small
diameter cylindrical b. spherical grip
c. hook grip - MP extended with flattening of transverse arch; the person may
or may include the thumb in this grasp.
d. lateral prehension - this can be a power grip if the thumb is adducted, a
precision grip if the thumb is abducted.
2. Precision - correct answers✅✅a. palmar prehension - pulp to pulp,
includes 'chuck' or tripod grips
b. t ip-to-tip - with FDP active to maintain DIP flex.
c. lateral prehension - pad-to-side; key grip
What are symptoms of Rett's syndrome? - correct
answers✅✅Characterized by repetitive movements of licking, biting, and
slapping of one's hands
How is Rett's syndrome treated? - correct answers✅✅Treatment may
involve adaptations to maintain the integrity of the skin such as dynamic
elbow splints that inhibit a hand to mouth pattern by limiting full elbow
flexion
, NBCOT Study Guide Questions and
Answers A+ Guide
How are oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder treated? -
correct answers✅✅OT intervention focuses on development and
improvement of selfesteem/ self-efficacy. A focus is placed on developing the
skills needed for ADL's, social, leisure, and school behaviors
What should a typical substance abuse OT intervention focus on? - correct
answers✅✅Intervention should focus on developing skills for a substance-
free lifestyle.
This includes interpersonal relationships, socialization, and vocation.
Assistance with practical services, such as obtaining Social Security, housing,
and food stamps should also be a focus
What are the components of motor development? - correct answers✅✅1.
Crossing midline
2. Laterality
3. Bilateral integration
4. Fine coordination & dexterity
5. Visual-motor integration
6. Oral-motor control
What are the characteristics of individuals with oppositional defiant disorder?
- correct answers✅✅Impulse control, attention span, and short-term
memory
What is Arthrogryposis? - correct answers✅✅Arthrogryposis, or
arthrogryposis multiplex congenita, comprises nonprogressive conditions
characterized by multiple joint contractures found throughout the body at
birth
