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Occupational Therapy Assistant

Category - Implementing Interventions

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What activity could you select for your new rheumatoid arthritis patient who has a short-term objective to increase upper body strength?
  1. Pulley exercises against 10 pounds of resistance.
  2. Upper-arm exercises using three-pound dumbbells.
  3. Active range of motion exercises using ½-pound wrist weights.
  4. Sanding wood with a box sander.
Explanation
Answer: C. If your rheumatoid arthritis patient is new to your clinic, you need to start strengthening exercises slowly to avoid putting too much stress on the patient’s joints. Active range of motion exercises using ½-pound wrist weights would allow strengthening to start gradually. You can increase the weight based on the patient’s tolerance.
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