The nurse is collaborating with another health care provider to help a client regain skills needed to function in the home environment. This nurse is most likely working with a member of which discipline?

Question

1. Physical therapy
2. Social work
3. Occupational therapy
4. Respiratory therapy

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 3

The discipline charged with the responsibility of helping a client regain skills to function in the home or work environment is occupational therapy. The physical therapist's work is focused more on musculoskeletal problems and increasing mobility and decreasing pain. The occupational therapist's work is much broader, focusing on physical, psychological, and social needs. Social workers focus on helping people cope with and solve personal and family problems such as long-term care placement, availability of resources, and referrals to resources. Respiratory therapists focus on management of respiratory issues.