Ota/Pta Role Flashcards
1
Q
By what methods have rehabilitation services increased post war?
A
OT/PT assistants introduced
Alternatives to nurse aides
College education
Cost effective delivery model
2
Q
Issues surrounding introduction of OTA/PTA’s?
A
Role conflict
Client confusion
Quality of care
Legal implications
Demands on OT/PT - supervision
3
Q
Dual trained OTA/PTA?
A
Have dual skills so can do both roles at same time
Better for patient
4
Q
Are assistants accountable for their own actions?
A
Yes
5
Q
PTA is responsible for ___?
A
Monitoring client progress
Documentation
Client education
6
Q
Promoting client safety is part of what PTA competency?
A
Accountability
7
Q
Demonstrating ethical behavior is part of what OTA competency?
A
Professional
