Therapist assistants and have specialized training and deliver skilled occupational therapy ser-vices. Occupational therapy aides are also used in some settings. Which statement best represents the services that can be provided by these individuals?

A. The aide can administer specific occupational therapy assessment instruments and develop an intervention plan.
B. The aide can perform delegated tasks such as setting up equipment or transporting clients but cannot provide skilled occupational therapy service.
C. The aide can provide skilled occupational therapy service under the direction of an occupational therapist or occupational therapist assistant.
D. The aide can complete the documentation for occupational therapy services, but the note must be signed by the occupational therapist assistant or occupational therapist.

ANS: B

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