Domain 4

Question 1

Professional development activity

Answer 1

Methods by which a certificant can accrue PDU to meet NBCOT certification renewal requirements, examples include:
professional service
professional workshops/courses/independent learning
professional presentations
fieldwork supervision
publishing

Question 2

Professional development unit (PDU)

Answer 2

Value assigned to the completion of a specific professional development activity accepted for NBCOT certification renewal, examples include:
providing level I fieldwork direct supervision 1 PDU per student
authoring a practice-area article in a peer-reviewed professional journal 10 PDU per article

Question 3

Continuing education unit (CEU)

Answer 3

Credit assigned by the International Association of Continuing Education (IACET) to the completion of 10 contact hours of an organized continuing education/training experience, typically administered by a qualified instructor

Question 4

Meta analysis

Answer 4

Method for combining and contrasting quantitative results from various studies without statistical synthesis of the results, used to find patterns and relationships

Question 5

Systematic review

Answer 5

Method for analyzing research studies in the literature with a focus on:
a specific topic or question
collecting data based on specific search criteria
coding and evaluation of data
interpretation of results
summarizing findings

Question 6

Quasi-experimental research design

Answer 6

Non-randomized research study design used to determine whether an intervention or program has a causal impact on participants

Question 7

Case study research design

Answer 7

Research study design that includes a qualitative analysis of group or individual by collecting data without manipulation of an independent variable, commonly used to analyze the effects of new interventions, may include:
observation
interview
record

Question 8

Literature review

Answer 8

Research study design that includes a qualitative analysis of group or individual by collecting data without manipulation of an independent variable, commonly used to analyze the effects of new interventions, may include:
observation
interview
record

Question 9

Directional hypothesis

Answer 9

Research question in which the researcher is able to predict if outcomes related to variable manipulation will be positive or negative (i.e., single-tailed)

Question 10

Null hypothesis

Answer 10

Research statement in which the researcher predicts outcomes related to manipulation of variables

Question 11

Nondirectional hypothesis

Answer 11

Research question in which the researcher cannot predict if outcomes related to variable manipulation will be positive or negative (i.e., two-tailed)

Question 12

Randomization

Answer 12

Research procedure of assigning subjects to groups, by chance, without influence Provides best statistical confidence in research studies

Question 13

Control group

Answer 13

Participants used in research that closely match the experimental group but do not receive the study protocol, used for comparison to help isolate the independent variable

Question 14

Survey research design

Answer 14

Method of inquiry in which a pre-determined set of questions is used to collect information about participants’ demographics, opinions, level of satisfaction (e.g., customer satisfaction survey)

Question 15

Qualitative research

Answer 15

Formalized method of inquiry for gaining an in-depth understanding of attitudes, concerns, and behaviors, may include:
interviews
observations
focus groups

Question 16

Quantitative research

Answer 16

Systematic method of inquiry that attempts to answer a hypothesis using statistical analyses, may include:
experimental studies
customer surveys
goal audits

Question 17

Search term

Answer 17

Keyword(s) used during an electronic literature inquiry to seek and find specific evidence in a database

Question 18

PICO method

Answer 18

Acronym that describes the method used to formulate a clinical or research question P - patient/population I - intervention/indicator C - comparison/control O - outcome

Question 19

Self-assessment

Answer 19

Process by which an individual evaluates their own perceived knowledge and skills related to a specific professional area of practice Results used to identify current strengths and future professional development needs

Question 20

Continuing competence

Answer 20

Obligation to enhance professional knowledge and skills on an ongoing basis to deliver best practice services and protect stakeholders, may include:
engaging in professional development
assimilating evidenced based information
acquiring a new practice-related skill

Question 21

Peer review

Answer 21

Process of receiving verbal or written feedback from colleagues regarding job performance, may be used to:
enhance self-assessment process
integrate in a continuing competency plan

Question 22

Professional development portfolio

Answer 22

Process of receiving verbal or written feedback from colleagues regarding job performance, may be used to:
enhance self-assessment process
integrate in a continuing competency plan

Question 23

Performance appraisal

Answer 23

Process of receiving formal feedback on job performance from a supervisor, may include:
establishing expectations and career goals
accomplishment review

Question 24

Organizational policy

Answer 24

Process of receiving formal feedback on job performance from a supervisor, may include:
establishing expectations and career goals
accomplishment review

Question 25

Organizational procedure

Answer 25

Step-by-step performance, expectations, and actions that need to occur in order to abide by polices outlined for a workplace

Question 26

Infection control

Answer 26

Policies and procedures used in healthcare intended to minimize or prevent nosocomial infections and the spread of health-related diseases, methods include: hand hygiene isolation systems sterilization

Question 27

The Joint Commision

Answer 27

Accrediting and certification organization for healthcare organizations with focus on performance-based standards related to: quality safety effectiveness

Question 28

Professional licensure

Answer 28

Process by which a profession is regulated by a government agency at the state level in order to protect the public from unqualified practitioners Sets forth a high standard of professional conduct to which licensed personnel are held accountable

Question 29

Professional certification

Answer 29

Process where the individual demonstrates the knowledge required to perform specific job-related tasks identified as delineated through the outcomes of a practice analysis study

Question 30

Practice act

Answer 30

``` Describes the legal parameters of service delivery the professional is permitted to undertake within the terms of their state/jurisdiction, typically grounded by the professional scope of practice and includes requirements for: scope of practice (legal definition) referral licensure continuing competence supervision ```

Question 31

Confidentiality

Answer 31

Process of restricting communication of protected health information to within proper limits In health care provision it is a legal and ethical expectation

Question 32

Continuous quality improvement

Answer 32

Structured managerial method used to evaluate efficiency and effectiveness of processes and procedures to foster an ongoing commitment to: problem resolution customer satisfaction organizational learning data driven decisions training for all levels of the organization data driven decisions and measurable outcomes

Question 33

OT program evaluation

Answer 33

Process of assessing the quality of professional service and specific programs in relation to: effectiveness efficiency outcomes

Question 34

Stage of team development: Forming

Answer 34

Stage of team development characterized by: introductions to team members generally positive and polite interactions unclear team member role delineations leader-dominated role

Question 35

Stage of team development: Storming

Answer 35

Stage of team development characterized by: conflict and lack of cohesion within the team frustration among team participants low levels of trust within the team resistance of team members to take on tasks

Question 36

Stage of team development: Norming

Answer 36

``` Stage of team development characterized by: respect for leader authority initiation of synergistic team work Initial development of some trust stronger commitment to team goals ```

Question 37

Stage of interprofessional team development: Performing

Answer 37

``` Stage of team development characterized by: effective team capacity reciprocity of respect for roles high trust level optimal levels of productivity ```

Question 38

Scope of Practice

Answer 38

Standards published by AOTA describing the domains of practice, evaluation and intervention processes, and educational requirements for the OT and OTA. Helps support state laws and regulations governing the practice of occupational therapy

Question 39

OT aide

Answer 39

Staff member with no formalized OT education who may provide non-skilled support to the occupational therapy process under direction and close supervision of the OT and OTA practitioner

Question 40

OT-OTA relationship

Answer 40

Collaboration between an occupational therapist and occupational therapy assistant to deliver client-centered services in accordance with a specific practice act and relative to: practice setting level of service competence supervisory plan

Question 41

Electronic medical record

Answer 41

Compilation of medical and treatment history using protected digital means, enables access to health information for tracking interventions, progress and outcomes, quality of care, and client visits

Question 42

Utilization review

Answer 42

``` Process of auditing health records to assess: necessity of services cost-effectiveness of services efficiency of services compliance with policies and procedures ```

Question 43

Billing codes

Answer 43

Process of annotating a service by attaching an alpha-numeric descriptor to medical services or durable medical equipment, primarily used for reimbursement and service accountability

Question 44

Approved abbreviations

Answer 44

List of permissible shorthand or symbols used during clinical documentation Awareness and compliance with site specific standard is necessary

Question 45

NBCOT Practice Analysis Study

Answer 45

A large-scale survey design used to gather practice data from thousands of entry-level OTR® and COTA® certificants Survey respondents are asked to rate the criticality and frequency of the major domains, tasks, and knowledge for occupational therapy Results of the study lead to the formation of the NBCOT examination blueprints

Question 46

Scaled Score

Answer 46

Test scoring procedure involving a mathematical conversion of the number of items that a test-taker correctly answers on a test transformed so that there is a consistent scale used across all forms of a test Similar to converting from pounds to kilograms or centigrade to Fahrenheit (e.g., the weight or temperature has not changed, only the format used to report the units)

Question 47

NBCOT

Answer 47

Registered trade mark of the national certification body for occupational therapy professionals in the United States The mission is to serve the public interest by advancing client care and professional practice through: evidenced-based certification standards validation of knowledge essential for effective practice in occupational therapy

Question 48

Validated domain, task, knowledge statements

Answer 48

Statements based on the outcomes of a practice analysis study that outline job requirements of the profession and span the certification exam blueprint: domains: broadly define major performance components tasks: describe activities performed by practitioners within each domain knowledge: describe information required to perform each task competently

Question 49

NBCOT Practice Standards

Answer 49

``` Guidelines of the OT national credentialing body outlining expectations for quality occupational therapy care, holding OTR® and COTA® certificants accountable for delivering consistent, high quality services Consist of four sections: practice domains code of professional conduct supervision documentation ```

Question 50

NBCOT Code of Conduct

Answer 50

Guidelines of the OT national credentialing body outlining expectations of professional responsibilities for present and future occupational therapy certificants Violation of any of the eight principles will initially result in investigation and action by the national credentialing body

Question 51

NBCOT Disciplinary actions

Answer 51

``` Following an investigative process, actions taken as a consequence for violation of the Code of Conduct, as outlined by the national OT credentialing body, may include one or more of the following sanctions: ineligibility for certification reprimand censure probation suspension of certification revocation of certification ```

Question 52

NBCOT Early Determination

Answer 52

Process whereby, current and prospective OT/OTA students, may request completion of a background review prior to actually applying for the NBCOT certification exam Used to determine if issues in their relevant past may negatively influence certification examination eligibility

Question 53

NBCOT Character Review Program

Answer 53

A process that enables the national OT certification organization to protect the public from certificants whose behaviors fall short of standards for personal and professional conduct as outlined in the NBCOT® Practice Standards and Code of Conduct

Question 54

ADA

Answer 54

Acronym associated with the legislative act that prohibits discrimination in employment, public buildings, housing, and transportation based solely on a disability

Question 55

HIPAA

Answer 55

Acronym associated with the legislative act that protects client health care information

Question 56

CARF

Answer 56

Acronym associated with the accrediting organization that recognizes rehabilitation facilities for their commitment to outcomes and continuous improvement of their programs and services

Question 57

IDEA

Answer 57

Acronym associated with the legislative act regulating state and public agencies related to the educational needs for children with disabilities including: early intervention special education transitional services

Question 58

Electronic medical record

Answer 58

Compilation of medical and treatment history using protected digital means, enables access to health information for tracking interventions, progress and outcomes, quality of care, and client visits

Question 59

Observational research study design

Answer 59

Research study design used to analyze behaviors or outcomes of subjects, conducted: without influence from the researcher in natural or controlled environment