Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 70%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client with rheumatoid arthritis. The client is having difficulty with self-feeding due to the pain and hand deformities. The nurse would anticipate a referral will be made to which member of the interprofessional team?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Occupational Therapist. An occupational therapist helps clients with physical disabilities to perform activities of daily living, such as self-feeding, by providing adaptive techniques and devices. They focus on improving functional abilities and promoting independence. Speech Therapist (A) focuses on communication and swallowing disorders, not hand function. Registered Dietician (B) specializes in nutrition and diet planning. Physical Therapist (C) focuses on mobility and physical function, not hand function.