Which statement best reflects the occupational therapist's approach to evaluating mobility?
A) Evaluate physical limitations first and determine the child's cognitive level
B) Base recommendations on the results of the PEDI (Pediatric Evaluation of Disabilities Inventory)
C) Act as a consultant to the physical therapist by evaluating hand skills for controlling a wheelchair
D) Evaluate child's needs or wants, context in which child typically engages in occupations, and limitations of the child's experiences

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Occupational therapists take a holistic approach that looks at the child's needs or wants, the context in which the child engages in occupations, and the limitations of the child's experiences. This approach allows occupational therapists to find solutions that work for the child's unique situation and helps them to achieve their goals. Option A is not the best approach because a child's cognitive level can greatly affect their ability to complete a task. Option B is not the best choice because it limits the evaluation to only one assessment tool. Option C does not comprehensively evaluate a child's mobility but focuses only on the hand skills necessary for controlling a wheelchair.

Which Statement Best Reflects the Occupational Therapist's Approach to Evaluating