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5 Signs of Elder Abuse | Watch for Neglect, Mistreatment, or Abuse - 0 views

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petertapolyai on 10 Nov 16

I am posting this article on the signs of elder abuse as it will be our ethical responsibility to report abuse if we see these signs in the workplace. The article is easy to read and quick to point out 5 types of abuse and what to look for in each type. The fist is physical abuse and the signs for these are bruises, broken bones, burns, abrasions, pressure marks, and odd explanations of injuries from staff or caregivers. The next type of abuse is neglect and the signs for this are dirty cloths, soiled diapers, bedsores, unusual weight loss, unusually messy home that wasn't before, and lack of DME. The next type of abuse is verbal or emotional abuse and the warning signs associated include, withdrawal, unusual behavior, nervous behavior around caregiver, strained or tense relationship with caregiver or staff, forced isolation from family or caregiver, and caregivers or staff that snap or yell. The article also describes signs of sexual abuse and signs of financial exploitation. As OTs it will be our duty and ethical responsibility to report elder abuse. Home health and SNF are probably the two most prominent areas of practice that might see this problem.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">I am posting this article on the signs of elder abuse as it will be our ethical responsibility to report abuse if we see these signs in the workplace. The article is easy to read and quick to point out 5 types of abuse and what to look for in each type. The fist is physical abuse and the signs for these are bruises, broken bones, burns, abrasions, pressure marks, and odd explanations of injuries from staff or caregivers. The next type of abuse is neglect and the signs for this are dirty cloths, soiled diapers, bedsores, unusual weight loss, unusually messy home that wasn't before, and lack of DME. The next type of abuse is verbal or emotional abuse and the warning signs associated include, withdrawal, unusual behavior, nervous behavior around caregiver, strained or tense relationship with caregiver or staff, forced isolation from family or caregiver, and caregivers or staff that snap or yell. The article also describes signs of sexual abuse and signs of financial exploitation. As OTs it will be our duty and ethical responsibility to report elder abuse. Home health and SNF are probably the two most prominent areas of practice that might see this problem. </div>

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Taking Control: An Exploratory Study of the Use of Tilt-in-Space Wheelchairs in Residen... - 0 views

This study was used to support Tilt in space wheelchairs and whether or not they have a positive or negative effect in residential care. Tilt-in-space (TIS) wheelchairs are common in residential ca...

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Clinical Reasoning inı Occupational Therapy:ı An Integrative Reviewı - 0 views

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kaleycloud on 21 Sep 16

This article discusses three types of clinical reasoning often used with occupational therapy practitioners. These types include scientific, narrative, and pragmatic. The main questions brought up by the authors were what is clinical reasoning and how does it influence practice?, what can we do to increase clinical reasoning skills?, and do views of clinical reasoning work in the reality of practice?. Aspects that influence use of clinical reasoning included the therapists views of OT, therapists life knowledge, ability to carry out treatments, and interest in patients and profession. It is important to understand what types of clinical reasoning are being utilized in particular practice contexts in order to help with the creation of staff and self development models.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article discusses three types of clinical reasoning often used with occupational therapy practitioners. These types include scientific, narrative, and pragmatic. The main questions brought up by the authors were what is clinical reasoning and how does it influence practice?, what can we do to increase clinical reasoning skills?, and do views of clinical reasoning work in the reality of practice?. Aspects that influence use of clinical reasoning included the therapists views of OT, therapists life knowledge, ability to carry out treatments, and interest in patients and profession. It is important to understand what types of clinical reasoning are being utilized in particular practice contexts in order to help with the creation of staff and self development models. </div>

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Occupational Therapy and School Mental Health - 0 views

http://www.aota.org/~/media/Corporate/Files/Practice/Children/Browse/School/Mental-Health/OT%20%20School%20Mental%20Health%20Fact%20Sheet%20for%20web%20posting%20102109.pdf?la=en This article prese...

started by beccaneffssu on 21 Nov 16 no follow-up yet

Effectiveness of Interventions to Prevent Falls in People With Alzheimer's Disease and ... - 1 views

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petertapolyai on 11 Aug 16

This is a systematic review of the effectiveness of interventions to prevent falls in people with the psychosocial disorders of Alzheimer's and dementia. I picked this article because my fieldwork is currently in a skilled nursing facility and I read about the many falls that happen that lead to the patients coming to the facility. The article focuses on three types of interventions including exercise, nursing staff interventions, and multidisciplinary interventions. the article mentioned that although all three intervention showed some data of effectiveness the studies used had many limitations. In addition, occupational therapy was seldom mentioned in the studies, the article mentions the big opportunity there is for occupational therapist to address this issue.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This is a systematic review of the effectiveness of interventions to prevent falls in people with the psychosocial disorders of Alzheimer's and dementia. I picked this article because my fieldwork is currently in a skilled nursing facility and I read about the many falls that happen that lead to the patients coming to the facility. The article focuses on three types of interventions including exercise, nursing staff interventions, and multidisciplinary interventions. the article mentioned that although all three intervention showed some data of effectiveness the studies used had many limitations. In addition, occupational therapy was seldom mentioned in the studies, the article mentions the big opportunity there is for occupational therapist to address this issue. </div>

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Psychosocial needs of Clients - 0 views

I found this article rather interesting because I have been treating two cancer patients within the last few weeks of my rotation. This study examined patient satisfaction with treatment-planning a...

started by courtneycoe on 07 Aug 15 no follow-up yet

Utilization of evidence-based psychotherapies in Veterans Affairs posttraumatic stress ... - 0 views

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kristenetris on 09 Aug 17

This article specifically relates to the importance of treating PTSD among veterans with appropriate psychotherapies. This article relates directly to the work I am currently involved in at the VA as many of the patients I see struggle daily with PTSD symptoms. In addition, an interdisciplinary team approach is used at the VA and pt's and staff work closely with psychologist and psychiatrists to ensure appropriate care. In looking at this article it is important to see that symptoms of PTSD are treated appropriately and with the best means available.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article specifically relates to the importance of treating PTSD among veterans with appropriate psychotherapies. This article relates directly to the work I am currently involved in at the VA as many of the patients I see struggle daily with PTSD symptoms. In addition, an interdisciplinary team approach is used at the VA and pt's and staff work closely with psychologist and psychiatrists to ensure appropriate care. In looking at this article it is important to see that symptoms of PTSD are treated appropriately and with the best means available. </div>

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Redesigning the Peer Audit Process to Enhance Clinical Dialogue - 1 views

https://ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?articleid=2665228&resultClick=3 This case report describes the process used to engage clinicians in redesigning the peer audit system and the outcome of this eff...

Clinical Dialogue

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

How to Act Professional in Your Healthcare Career | Career Training | The Salter School - 0 views

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petertapolyai on 10 Nov 16

This webpage gives its reader a quick guide for professionalism in the healthcare field. The page states to be a team player, which means working with COTA, PTs, PTAs, SLP, Nurses, STNAs, Physicians, and all hospital staff to ensure the best care given to the patient. The page then mentions dressing professionally and being on time. These are staples of professionalism for any career however being on time could also mean good time management to ensure that you see your patients on schedule. I know time management is a big aspect of the job at my current clinical setting. The article mentions being honest which is extremely important in the healthcare field as dishonesty can lead to fraud, abuse, and malpractice. The article then goes on to talk about focusing on work at work and respecting others, both of which are excellent staples of professionalism in any field.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This webpage gives its reader a quick guide for professionalism in the healthcare field. The page states to be a team player, which means working with COTA, PTs, PTAs, SLP, Nurses, STNAs, Physicians, and all hospital staff to ensure the best care given to the patient. The page then mentions dressing professionally and being on time. These are staples of professionalism for any career however being on time could also mean good time management to ensure that you see your patients on schedule. I know time management is a big aspect of the job at my current clinical setting. The article mentions being honest which is extremely important in the healthcare field as dishonesty can lead to fraud, abuse, and malpractice. The article then goes on to talk about focusing on work at work and respecting others, both of which are excellent staples of professionalism in any field. </div>

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Laws and Rules Regulating the Practice of Occupational Therapy http://www.otptat.ohio.g... - 0 views

This is a website that outlines the laws and regulations regarding supervision in occupational therapy, physical therapy, and athletic training in Ohio. The section pertaining to OT is section 4755...

started by amandamccoy on 11 Nov 16 no follow-up yet

Animal assisted therapy for elderly residents of a skilled nursing facility - 0 views

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allisonlarison on 14 Nov 16

The number of residents in long-term nursing facilities with dementia and cognitive impairments is continuing to increase each year. Many studies have shown decreases in quality of life for residents with these diagnoses. This article studies the effects of animal assisted therapy compared to human interactions on social behaviors and engagement among elderly patients with dementia in a long-term care facility. Patients were randomly divided into two groups, a group with human interactions and a group with animal assisted therapy. The study was conducted over a two-week period of time. The human interaction group consisted on one-on-one time with general conversation and reading and looking at pictures in the newspaper. The animal assisted therapy group consisted of petting, brushing and talking to the dogs. Data was collected using the Demographic and Pet History Questionnaire and the Social Behaviors checklist. The results showed that animal assisted therapy had a positive impact on social behaviors and increased engagement in activities, while also decreasing incidents requiring staff members.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The number of residents in long-term nursing facilities with dementia and cognitive impairments is continuing to increase each year. Many studies have shown decreases in quality of life for residents with these diagnoses. This article studies the effects of animal assisted therapy compared to human interactions on social behaviors and engagement among elderly patients with dementia in a long-term care facility. Patients were randomly divided into two groups, a group with human interactions and a group with animal assisted therapy. The study was conducted over a two-week period of time. The human interaction group consisted on one-on-one time with general conversation and reading and looking at pictures in the newspaper. The animal assisted therapy group consisted of petting, brushing and talking to the dogs. Data was collected using the Demographic and Pet History Questionnaire and the Social Behaviors checklist. The results showed that animal assisted therapy had a positive impact on social behaviors and increased engagement in activities, while also decreasing incidents requiring staff members.</div>

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Supervision - 2 views

this article is from the British Journal of Occupational Therapy. This article is an opiion piece written to discuss inconsistencies in the practice and theory of supervision and in provision of tr...

started by courtneycoe on 07 Aug 15 no follow-up yet

Stroke Rehab Toolkit - 0 views

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occupational therapy stroke evidence based practice

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keriboyce on 13 Dec 16

This resource provides evidence based standards for occupational therapy intervention post-stroke.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This resource provides evidence based standards for occupational therapy intervention post-stroke. </div>

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Benefits and challenges of supervising occupational therapy fieldwork students: Supervi... - 1 views

http://ot.unm.edu/common/docs/fieldwork/articles/Benefits%20and%20Challenges%20of%20supervising%20FW%20II%20students.pdf I thought this article was really interesting as it comes from the perspect...

started by jonathanupholz on 10 Aug 16 no follow-up yet

How occupational therapists are perceived within inpatient mental health settings: The ... - 2 views

This research discusses why there is uncertainly among other health professional concerning the role of occupational therapy in mental health. The study looked at the live experiences of seven nur...

Occupational therapy in a mental health inpatient setting

started by meglitwiller on 08 Aug 16 no follow-up yet

Ethics - 0 views

This study by the Journal of Medical Ethics describes ethical dilemmas that are experienced by Occupational Therapists. Some of the mentioned ethical dilemmas that we may face include early/risky d...

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Ethical dilemmas in occupational therapy and physical therapy: A survey of practitioner... - 0 views

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alyssaab on 07 Aug 15

The objective of this study was to identify ethical dilemmas experienced by OTs and PTs working in the UK National Health Service. Little is known about clinical dilemmas OTs and PTS encounter. Without case material which reflects these realities it is difficult for professional organizations to produce ethical codes, for educators to prepare students for practice, and for clinicians to benefit from the experience of others. A four-page questionnaire was designed based on the results of the pilot study and distributed to OTs and PTs in the UK NHS. Emerging themes in OT found included: difficult or dangerous behavior in patients, unprofessional or incompetent staff, lack of respect for vulnerable patients, difficult/risky decisions about patient discharge.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The objective of this study was to identify ethical dilemmas experienced by OTs and PTs working in the UK National Health Service. Little is known about clinical dilemmas OTs and PTS encounter. Without case material which reflects these realities it is difficult for professional organizations to produce ethical codes, for educators to prepare students for practice, and for clinicians to benefit from the experience of others. A four-page questionnaire was designed based on the results of the pilot study and distributed to OTs and PTs in the UK NHS. Emerging themes in OT found included: difficult or dangerous behavior in patients, unprofessional or incompetent staff, lack of respect for vulnerable patients, difficult/risky decisions about patient discharge.</div>

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Professionalism in Clinical Documentation - 0 views

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shaemckay on 31 Jul 14

This quick easy to read article discusses what to do and what not to do within one's clinical documentation. It discusses the importance of writing all information that you have with a patient. However, it emphasizes that choose your words carefully as some words may portray a patient incorrectly or falsely identify a mistake on the nursing staff.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This quick easy to read article discusses what to do and what not to do within one's clinical documentation. It discusses the importance of writing all information that you have with a patient. However, it emphasizes that choose your words carefully as some words may portray a patient incorrectly or falsely identify a mistake on the nursing staff.</div>

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Supervision Involves Sharing Knowledge - 0 views

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shaemckay on 07 Aug 14

This article is answering the following question that I feel will be a topic area we will tackle many times within our career: I am a per-diem OTR in a nursing home. I work for an agency that also staffs OTAs. I don't see them because they come on different days. I do all the evaluations and co-sign their notes. I think the agency is being greedy by not having me treat some of the more complex cases. What are your thoughts? The article discusses the important role OTs play as supervisors who must remain in contact with as well as teach, instruct, and guide COTAs treatment. As the OT, we are responsible for all COTAs working under us, meaning that if any incident were to happen we would be named within the legal issue. The article provided knowledge on what a previously supervising therapist required from his/her COTAs, which was discussing their clinical reasoning, treatment plans or changes, and how each patient was progressing.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article is answering the following question that I feel will be a topic area we will tackle many times within our career: I am a per-diem OTR in a nursing home. I work for an agency that also staffs OTAs. I don't see them because they come on different days. I do all the evaluations and co-sign their notes. I think the agency is being greedy by not having me treat some of the more complex cases. What are your thoughts? The article discusses the important role OTs play as supervisors who must remain in contact with as well as teach, instruct, and guide COTAs treatment. As the OT, we are responsible for all COTAs working under us, meaning that if any incident were to happen we would be named within the legal issue. The article provided knowledge on what a previously supervising therapist required from his/her COTAs, which was discussing their clinical reasoning, treatment plans or changes, and how each patient was progressing.</div>

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Ethical dilemmas in occupational therapy and physical therapy: a survey of practitioner... - 2 views

This article identifies ethical dilemmas experienced by OT and PTs, comparing the context, theme, and principles between the two groups. Over 118 OTs and 107 PTs answered a provided questionnaire b...

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