NBCOT Mental Health Questions (36-37)

Several newly homeless veterans with a variety of mental health diagnoses attend an occupational therapy community re-entry group conducted in a community-based shelter. Which should be the primary focus of the initial group session.

• Development of home management skills such as meal preparation.

• Determination of financial assets and money management skills.

• Identification of local resources such as soup kitchens and thrift stores.

• Exploration of vocational interests and employment possibilities.

A young adult recently diagnosed with undifferentiated schizophrenia is referred to an occupational therapy day treatment program. Which should the occupational therapist do first with the client?

• Determine short-term and long-term goals for program participation.

• Model desired behaviors during occupational therapy groups.

• Have the client complete an occupational interest checklist.

• Encourage the client to maintain a daily log of medication intake.