Occupational Therapy vs. Physical Therapy Quiz

What is the primary difference between occupational therapy and physical therapy?

• Occupational therapy focuses on daily activities, while physical therapy helps cope with pain

• Physical therapy focuses on daily activities, while occupational therapy helps cope with pain

• Physical therapy focuses on mental health, while occupational therapy focuses on physical health

• Occupational therapy focuses on mental health, while physical therapy focuses on physical health

What is the average annual salary for occupational therapists according to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)?

• $73,980

• $84,550

• $87,930

• $90,570

What is the goal of physical therapy?

• To improve hand-eye coordination

• To improve muscle weakness

• To regulate and manage emotions

• To develop fine motor skills

What is the expected increase in the number of physical therapists between 2016 and 2026 according to the BLS?

• 30 percent

• 7 percent

• 28 percent

• 24 percent

What degree is required to practice as a licensed occupational therapist?

• Bachelor's degree

• Master's degree

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree

• Associate's degree

What type of patients do occupational therapists most often work with?

• Patients with sports injuries

• Patients with women's health concerns

• Patients with mental or behavioral health problems

• Patients with cardiopulmonary conditions

What is the average annual salary for physical therapists according to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)?

• $83,280

• $90,570

• $87,930

• $89,950

What is the educational requirement to practice as a physical therapist?

• Associate's degree

• Bachelor's degree

• Master's degree

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree

What is the expected increase in the number of occupational therapists between 2016 and 2026 according to the BLS?

• 30 percent

• 7 percent

• 28 percent

• 24 percent

What is the goal of occupational therapy?

• To empower a patient with the ability to have agency over their own life

• To develop fine motor skills

• To regulate and manage emotions

• To improve muscle weakness