[Verified Answer]: A client recently diagnosed with rheumatoid…

A client recently diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis reports independence with dressing but is frustrated that it takes more than an hour to complete this task. The client asks the COTA for suggestions for reducing the time it takes to get dressed each day. What action should the COT take as an INITIAL response to the client’s request? Teach the client joint protection techniques for minimizing pain that slows dressing.O Identify factors influencing the client’s ability to dress at an acceptable pace.O Provide the client with assistive devices to help decrease the time it takes to dress.