Questions and Answers
What is A COTE?
What does A COTE observe?
25 behaviors
How is the COTE scored?
The primary population for COTE is __________ and adults.
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What are the three categories used for assessing behavior in COTE?
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COTE is a standardized assessment tool.
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What is unique about COTE?
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What does a high score on the COTE indicate?
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Study Notes
COTE Overview
- COTE stands for Comprehensive Occupational Therapy Evaluation Scale.
- It assesses 25 specific behaviors through observation, focusing on behavioral aspects.
- Used for evaluating progress and determining discharge plans, with a scoring range from 0 (normal) to 4 (greatly impaired).
Characteristics of COTE
- Assessment is task-based, focusing on behavior categorized into three areas: General, Interpersonal, and Task.
- It is a non-standardized assessment without established norms.
- A scoring of 0 indicates healthy behavior while 4 indicates unhealthy behavior.
- Unique for its flexibility, allowing any three-step activity and potential for group administration.
- Emphasizes the importance of narrative notes on participant strengths and weaknesses.
- Typical administration time is between 5 to 20 minutes.
- Applicable to both children (ages 5-12) and adults, with a variant called KidCOTE for younger populations.
General Behavior Assessment
- Assesses key elements such as:
- Appearance and expression
- Nonproductive behavior and activity levels (A or B)
- Responsibility, punctuality, and reality orientation
Interpersonal Behavior Assessment
- Evaluates behaviors including:
- Independence and cooperation
- Self-assertion (A or B) and sociability
- Attention-getting behaviors and responses from others
Task Behavior Assessment
- Measures various factors such as:
- Engagement, concentration, and coordination
- Ability to follow directions and attention to detail
- Problem-solving skills, organizational complexity, and initial learning
- Interest in activities, accomplishment, decision-making, and frustration tolerance
Scoring System
- Lower scores indicate strengths in behavior, while higher scores reveal weaknesses.
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Description
This quiz covers the Comprehensive Occupational Therapy Evaluation Scale (COTE), focusing on its definitions, scoring systems, and applicable characteristics. It allows users to explore the assessment process and understand its role in occupational therapy. Test your knowledge on this key evaluation tool.
