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COTA Exam

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Static Splint   prevents movements and often promotes functional position, prevents deformity   show  
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Dynamic Splint   assists an individual with movements and may include pulleys, springs, screws, hooks, elastics, and other outriggers to assist in desired motions     show
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Splinting for Hygiene   hands that remain fisted are at high risk for skin breakdown. the inability to extend fingers makes nail clipping difficult. long or sharp nails can cut the skin and may lead to infection   show  
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show may be used after a surgical procedure or to prevent a child or adolescent from self-abuse or interferring behavior      
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Compliance   provide child and caregiver with education regarding purpose of splint and goals, provide written, verbal, and pictoral instructions, use positive reinforcement for following splinting protocol   make necessary adjustments, demonstrate proper splint application, label splint clearly, correlate splint-wearing schedule with facility shift changes   show
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Skin Integrity   skin breakdown can lead to pressure sores (decubitus ulcers), which can develop relatively quickly when the skin is compromised   to prevent skin breakdown: locate bony prominences (ie: ulnar styloid process), use self-sticking foam or gel padding, use stockinettes under splints, and carefully inspect skin   show
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Decubitus Ulcers   Stage 1: redness of the skin Stage 2: skin loss involving the top 2 layers of the skin - the epidermis and dermis. may appear as a blister or small, open sore   show moisture, impaired sensory perception, low levels of physical activity, decreased mobility, inadequate nutrition, and poor overall skin care may increase the likelihood of decubitus ulcers  
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Cerebral Palsy Hemiplegia (involvement on one side of the body)   functional splints that facilitate proper positions of arms, such as wrist/hand immobilization splints, Joe Cool splints, and thumb abduction splints   show  
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show wrist/hand immobilization splints, antispasticity ball splints, neoprene splints, Carrot splints, Pucci splints, and Cone splints      
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show functional splints that promote stability in weak joints for increased function, such as wrist/hand immobilization splints and ring splints      
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Rett Syndrome   splints designed to protect clients from self-abusive behaviors such as elbow sleeve   show  
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show splints designed to protect clients from frequent fractures due to decreased stability and structure of the bones, such as nonarticular humerus splints and wrist/hand immobilization splints for infants      
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Arthrogryposis (stiff joints and abnormally developed muscles)   functional splints fabricated to promote engagement in functional activities and prevent further contractures, such as wrist/hand immobilization splints, neoprene splints, and elbow extension mobilization splints   show  
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Brachial Plexus Palsy   show    
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Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis   to promote ROM for engagement in functional activities and for protection and to decrease deformities, such as wrist/hand immobilization splints, ring splints, neoprene wrist splints, MP joint extension mobilization splints, and Dynasplints     show
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Splinting Evaluation   the OT receives the referral and assesses the need for and determines the type of splint to be used. The role of the COTA is to be determined by their experience. The ultimate responsibility falls on the OTR   show  
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Fabrication Tips   show the thinnest materials (1/16" to 3/32") often provide adequate positioning while minimizing weight    
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Splints/Orthosis   devices that immobilize, restrain, or support a part of the body   show  
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Splinting for Position   can decrease or prevent contractures, aid in elongating soft tissue (decreasing existing contracture), provide stability to an unstable joint, improve joint alignment, provide rest for affected structures     show
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