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maglianop

Effects of Community Occupational Therapy on Quality of Life, Mood, and Health Status i... - 0 views

The relevance of occupational therapy is supported by findings that problems in daily functioning often are the reason for a decrease in quality of life in dementia patients and that information an...

started by maglianop on 27 Nov 17 no follow-up yet
dhinebaugh12

Quality of life of individuals with spinal cord injury: A review of conceptualization, ... - 0 views

www.rehab.research.va.gov/...dijkers.html

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  • dhinebaugh12 on 09 Aug 16
     
    PSYCHOSOCIAL:Assessments measuring quality of life in individuals with spinal cord injury is lacking. The author of this article looks at quality of life consisting of 3 components: quality of life as a subjective well-being, quality of life as a utility, and quality of life as achievement. For those with spinal cord injury, they experience so many changes in their environment, affecting every aspect of life. For many, they become depressed, are not hopeful, and have even committed suicide. This article suggest ways in which quality of life can be assessed, which can assist the therapist in developing treatment plans which fulfill not only the client's physical needs, but their mental and social needs as well.
amykennedy16

Factors Related to Psychosocial Quality of Life for Children with Cerebral Palsy - 1 views

www.hindawi.com/...204386

palsy psychosocial cerebral pediatric

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  • amykennedy16 on 15 Aug 17
     
    This study evaluated the link between psychosocial quality of life and the severity of CP symptoms. Interestingly, the study found no correlation between severity and quality of life, but found significant links between family and caregiver involvement and increased quality of life, as well as decreased quality of life associated with comorbidities with CP. They concluded that decreasing number of comorbidities may be the best approach for increase QOL for this population.
harrisn2

End-of-Life Care - 1 views

I chose to look at the differences between hospice and palliative care along with the role of OT in the end-of-life setting. Hospice care is for individuals of all ages with life-limiting illnesses...

started by harrisn2 on 19 Nov 15 no follow-up yet
meganthompson

Understanding and Improving Psychosocial Services in Long-Term Care - 0 views

www.cms.gov/...08Winterpg1.pdf

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  • legark on 30 Jul 14
     
    This article discusses the diverse psychosocial needs of individuals in a long term care setting. Overall quality of life is highly dependent on psychosocial health. Occupational therapists need to be aware of this potential inhibiting factor and be prepared to address it effectively in order to achieve the highest performance from their clients.
  • meganthompson on 07 Aug 14
     
    This article highlights the gap in current literature regarding the effectiveness of addressing psychosocial needs to improve quality of life. Within the last decade there has been an increased focus on improving quality of life and psychosocial wellbeing for individuals residing within long-term care settings. As upcoming occupational therapists, it is important for us to understand that quality of life is multifaceted and can include physical health, emotional health, social function, and self-worth. With the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services initiative focused on providing more holistic care it will be imperative that occupational therapy practitioners help close the gap between literature and current practice.
scamarata1

The Effects of a Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Tailored for Women on Global Quality o... - 0 views

Beckie, T. M., & Beckstead, J. W. (2010). The Effects of a Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Tailored for Women on Global Quality of Life: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Journal of Women's Health, 19(11), 1977-1985.

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  • scamarata1 on 16 Oct 16
     
    Beckie, T., Beckstead, J. (2010) aimed to study was to focus on the quality of life among women in a traditional cardiac rehabilitation program compared to those completing a tailored program that included motivational interviewing of behavior changes. The study included 252 participants over that age of 21 with myocardial infarction, Angina, CABG, and PCI were studied 3 days a week for 6 months. The participants were divided into two groups. The experimental group included the tailored program and motivational interviewing and the control group used a traditional cardiac rehabilitation program. The study had multiple limitations that included all women were of one ethnicity from a single institution in southeastern U.S. Lastly, studying the efficacy of a program like this is difficult and it is unaware to know if the treatments observed would persist beyond the 6 months. The tailored group showed a positive influence on the subjects QOL. Women with CHD may be better served by first identifying the important psychological and psychosocial variables that influence QOL.
kaleycloud

Advancing the Value and Quality of Occupational Therapy in Health Service Delivery | Am... - 0 views

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  • kaleycloud on 27 Nov 16
     
    This article discusses the paradigm shift in health care towards evidence based and client centered practice to increase patient outcomes by linking payment to performance. In this type of system it is important to define OTs distinct value so that it does not get pushed out. There needs to be an increase in evidence that shows the efficacy of OT interventions. Overall, there needs to be the development of quality measures so that OTs can evaluate and document their contributions to patient outcomes.
anita_casto

Occupational Engagement in Persons With Schizophrenia: Relationships to Self-Related Va... - 0 views

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occupational therapy schizophrenia

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  • anita_casto on 05 Dec 16
     
    This study was designed to explore the relationships between occupational engagement and the issues of self-related variables, psychiatric symptoms, and quality of life. It was found that individuals in higher levels of occupational engagement showed fewer psychiatric symptoms and improved quality of life. It is important for occupational therapists to provide support in successful engagement in various occupations for clients who have been diagnosed with schizophrenia.
legark

Qualities of a Good Professional in the Medical Field - 1 views

www.medicalfieldcareersinfo.com/onal-in-the-medical-field.html

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  • legark on 24 Jul 14
     
    This article discusses professionalism in the health care field. It also addresses important qualities that health care workers must strive to develop in today's modern health care society. Medical professionals now have less one on one time with patients, so they must learn to be effective with their time.
legark

Top 10 Qualities of a Great Health Care Professional - 0 views

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  • legark on 26 Oct 14
     
    This article explains the top 10 most important qualities for a health care professional to possess. It emphasizes the importance of good communication skills and the ability to work together as an interdisciplinary team to provide the best possible care. In addition, good health care workers are highly adaptable and quick on their feet, as new situations can arise at any given time.
kelseyanne44

Evidence Based Practice: Energy conservation and Multiple Sclerosis - 2 views

Blikman, L. J., Huisstede, B. M., Kooijmans, H., Stam, H. J., Bussmann, J. B., & van Meeteren, J. (2013). Effectiveness of energy conservation treatment in reducing fatigue in multiple sclerosis: a...

started by kelseyanne44 on 02 Nov 15 no follow-up yet
alisonnurre

Animal-Assisted Therapies and Dementia: A Systematic Mapping Review Using the Lived Env... - 0 views

https://ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?articleid=2645783&resultClick=3 The authors mapped the literature on animal-assisted therapies (AATs) and institutionalized adults with dementia onto the Lived E...

Dementia

started by alisonnurre on 08 Dec 17 no follow-up yet
alisonnurre

Quality of Life Perspectives of People With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Their Car... - 0 views

https://ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?articleid=2614806&resultClick=3 This study explored differences in perspectives on quality of life (QOL) between people affected by amyotrophic lateral sclerosis...

Quality of Life

started by alisonnurre on 08 Dec 17 no follow-up yet
scamarata1

The Effects of a Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Tailored for Women on Global Quality o... - 0 views

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/...PMC2995341

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  • scamarata1 on 09 Aug 16
     
    This study aimed to focus on the quality of life among women in a traditional cardiac rehabilitation program compared to those completing a tailored program that included motivational interviewing of behavior changes. The study included 252 participants over that age of 21 with myocardial infarction, Angina, CABG, and PCI were studied 3 days a week for 6 months. The participants were divided into two groups. The experimental group included the tailored program and motivational interviewing and the control group used a traditional cardiac rehabilitation program. The study had multiple limitations that included all women were of one ethnicity from a single institution in southeastern U.S. Lastly, studying the efficacy of a program like this is difficult and it is unaware to know if the treatments observed would persist beyond the 6 months. The tailored group showed a positive influence on the subjects QOL. Women with CHD may be better served by first identifying the important psychological and psychosocial variables that influence QOL.
scamarata1

Responses to Persons with Dementia To Challenges in Daily Activities: A Synthesis of Fi... - 0 views

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/...15315250

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  • scamarata1 on 09 Aug 16
     
    The purpose of this study was to obtain a better understanding of strategies use in response to problems performing daily occupations by those with dementia. This qualitative study analyzed several different studies. From the studies used, it was discovered that those with dementia who continued to participate in occupational tasks has a better quality of life and it also improved the caregivers quality of life and their abilities to care for their loved ones. Occupational therapists play a vital role with those who suffer from dementia and care assist them, while education there caregivers on the importance of participating in daily occupations.
dhinebaugh12

Bowel Dysfunction in SCI - 2 views

www.researchgate.net/...541b5c970cf25ebee98c8f52.pdf

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  • dhinebaugh12 on 28 Jul 16
     
    This article looks at the effect of bowel dysfunction on quality of life. As an OT, it is within our scope of practice to address this issue with our patients and their families. It can be embarrassing and uncomfortable and can seriously hinder quality of life. It is our duty to be professional but sensitive when handling these issues.
jonathanupholz

Reducing the psychosocial impact of aphasia on mood and quality of life in people with ... - 1 views

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/...PMC4802646

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  • jonathanupholz on 10 Aug 16
     
    In my rotation I have had an opportunity to work with multiple different stroke patients, and I have seen how aphasia has affected their lives, and this article documents how these individuals are at an increased risk for depression. The goal of this study was to determine whether an early intervention for an individual who has aphasia post stroke, as well as that persons family, leads to better mood and quality of life outcomes for people with aphasia, and less caregiver burden and better mental health for their family members. What was unique to me was that this study/intervention was the first known program tailored for people with aphasia and their family members -Unfortunately, this study is not finished, and is still in progress. However, to me this is also very unique that it was published to let you know that there is a new program being tested, and I think since it is supposedly the first of its kind, it could truly have great psychosocial benefits for individuals with aphasia post stroke.
bleist36

Evidenced-based practice - 3 views

This study aimed to examine the impact of OT interventions on individuals with mild to moderate dementia, per MMSE scoring. Individuals included in this study were allocated to either a control gr...

http:__www.intarchmed.com_content_pdf_1755-7682-7-26.pdf

started by bleist36 on 15 Nov 14 no follow-up yet
aduseipokue

Tears in My Eyes 'Cause Somebody Finally Understood": Client Perceptions of Practitione... - 0 views

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  • aduseipokue on 08 Aug 14
     
    This study identified practitioner qualities and traits that clients with brain injury see as important. Three themes regarding practitioner qualities emerged from the data: (a) roles of the provider, (b) perceived helpfulness of services, and (c) personal characteristics of the providers. Beneficial provider roles included advocate, friend, mentor, and team member. Perceptions of helpfulness of the services included relevance, meaningfulness, practical application, skill development potential, and whether periodic feedback on progress was provided. Personal characteristics of the provider valued by the participants were clear and honest communicator, supportive, respectful, good listener, and understanding.
legark

Medical professionalism in a commercialized health care market - 0 views

www.ccjm.org/...S33.full

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  • legark on 06 Aug 14
     
    Medical professionalism requires having a thorough understanding of one's profession and striving to provide the highest quality of care. The ethical foundation that health care is based on is now at extreme risk in the United States. Health care professionals are often overworked and must meet unrealistic productivity standards. These changing conditions are making it difficult for workers to provide client's with the best care possible and we must find an appropriate mix of cost efficiency and quality of care.
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