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OT & COVID: How to Navigate a New World with Older Adults

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1.  Which of the following statements is TRUE? COVID19 and coronavirus are the same thing. COVID19, SARS-CoV-2 and coronavirus are the same things. SARS-CoV-2 causes the disease Coronavirus19. COVID19 causes the coronavirus.

2.  What is one way an OT can work with patients to enhance their infection prevention strategies in treatment? Provide thorough hand washing training Tell patients that masks are not important Teach patients to remove their mask by pulling it off their face first Tell the patients to wear gloves

3.  Name one way an OT professional can reduce the frustration of a patient that is hard of hearing with understanding conversation through a mask. Take the mask off Tell the client they need their hearing checked Use a mask with a clear screen and reduce background noise None of the above

4.  Why is it important to educate patients on the importance of good hydration if they have compromised lung capacity? Proper hydration maintains proper blood volume and healthy mucous membranes in the respiratory system, which can help people better resist infection and tissue damage. Proper hydration improves cardiovascular function which supports the lungs. This is a standard recommendation OT’s should provide for most patients. None of the above

5.  If an OT works in memory care or with patients with dementia, what could the OT do to help patients there? Post signs explaining why people are wearing masks Provide contextual cues to help with time orientation Train staff on how to reduce dementia related behaviors All of the above

6.  How long does someone typically need to recover from a severe case of COVID19? 2 weeks A year 6 weeks or more People with severe Covid19 rarely make a full recovery.

7.  What is one sign that may indicate a decline in mental health? Patient is maintaining her daily routine Patient states she has decreased joy Getting good sleep Patient canceled their appointment because they feel sick

8.  What areas of a patient’s life can be involved when they are experiencing PICS? The patient’s family and social support system The patient’s body, thoughts, feelings, or mind and may affect the family The patient’s memory and problem solving skills Mental health, primarily depression

9.  If an OT wants to get a picture of how a patient is dealing with stress, depression and anxiety what is a self-assessment that a patient could do? Canadian Occupational Performance Measure Allen Cognitive Level Screen PHQ-9 DASS

10.  What is a sign that someone may be experiencing an increased risk for suicide? Social withdrawal Recklessness Mood changes All of the above