Master Canadian Nursing Abbreviations

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What does 'OT' refer to in a healthcare setting?

Oxygen Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Operational Time
Oral Treatment

The correct answer is: Occupational Therapy

In a healthcare setting, 'OT' generally refers to 'Occupational Therapy'. This involves the use of therapeutic treatment to help individuals recover from injury, illness or disability to perform daily tasks and activities. It focuses on improving functional abilities and overall quality of life. This is different from the other options as Oxygen Therapy (A) refers to the use of oxygen in medical treatment, Operational Time (C) is a term used to measure efficiency in a hospital, and Oral Treatment (D) refers to the care of oral health.