Clinical Reasoning: Spinal Cord Injuries - 1 views

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  #1 charisseblinder on 01 Nov 15

   

  This article is a qualitative pilot study. The researchers sought to examine the clinical reasoning of occupational therapists working with patients with spinal cord injuries. The researchers determined that the therapists used a multilayered form of thinking as they presented and modified therapeutic activities. When grading activities up or down, the therapists based their clinical reasoning on a multitude of factors. As they searched for an ideal balance between stimulating challenges and successful outcomes, the therapists used trial-and-error and problem-solving. They also presented many variations during their activities such as variations of shape, size, and position of objects. They also adjusted their teaching techniques and attended to verbal/nonverbal dues to determine the patient's response to modifications. Lastly, they took into account contextual factors such as the practice setting and safety considerations.

   

  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article is a qualitative pilot study. The researchers sought to examine the clinical reasoning of occupational therapists working with patients with spinal cord injuries. The researchers determined that the therapists used a multilayered form of thinking as they presented and modified therapeutic activities. When grading activities up or down, the therapists based their clinical reasoning on a multitude of factors. As they searched for an ideal balance between stimulating challenges and successful outcomes, the therapists used trial-and-error and problem-solving. They also presented many variations during their activities such as variations of shape, size, and position of objects. They also adjusted their teaching techniques and attended to verbal/nonverbal dues to determine the patient's response to modifications. Lastly, they took into account contextual factors such as the practice setting and safety considerations.</div>

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