Question

A COTA® is preparing a client with T1 spinal cord injury for discharge to home alone. What is the BEST recommendation for required home assistance?

A. Homemaking assistance for a few hours daily.
B. Homemaking assistance for several hours daily.
C. Attendant care 24 hours a day.
D. Attendant care 12 hours a day.

Answer 1

As it is a T1 pathology, it is not considered so serious, but it does require help or home care due to the spinal involvement.

The correct answer would be: D. Attendant care 12 hours a day

Step-by-step explanation:

Spinal injuries can be severe or medium severity.

This depends on the type of spinal damage and in which area of the spinal cord it occurs, it will alter different mobility or movements.