An occupational therapist is treating an 18-year-old man who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. He has expressed fear and anxiety over his declining bodily functions. How might the therapist respond?
A. Help him and his family find meaningful activities in which to participate as indi-viduals or as a family.
B. Encourage the use of humor and to play and laugh together.
C. Refer him for psychological counseling.
D. Refer him to a spiritual advisor.
E. All of the above.
ANS: E
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