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Facilitating Client Emergency Preparedness

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1.  Why is the OT practitioner the perfect person to address emergency preparedness with clients with disabilities? The OT practitioner needs marketing opportunities. The OT practitioner often assists clients/caregivers who have new disabilities/devices and can incorporate an emergency plan as part of treatment. The OT practitioner can educate on all issues with all clients at each visit. The OT practitioner has vans which can transport clients and equipment.

2.  What percentage of the population is prepared for a disaster taking into consideration their specific disability? Less than 20% 30% 50% 70%

3.  What is the first step when educating a client about emergency preparedness? Know the client's finances Know the risks of the community and the individual client Know the address of the client Know the weather patterns

4.  What is important to have in an emergency kit? Documents/ID Phones, chargers Medical supplies/documents All of the above

5.  A resource that the OTP can provide a client for emergency preparedness is: Preparing an emergency kit Making a plan Practicing drills All the above