A paraplegic client is being evaluated for transfer to a rehabilitation unit. The nurse refers the client to which interdisciplinary team member for evaluation of activities of daily living?
a. Physical therapist
b. Occupational therapist
c. Recreational therapist
d. Vocational therapist
B
The occupational therapist is responsible for ADL training, the physical therapist for muscle strength, the vocational therapist for job training, and the recreational therapist for hobbies or pastime activities.
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