The Hand: Examination and Diagnosis - 0 views
I recently purchased this 127 page 3rd edition handbook(pun intended) although there is a 4th edition available, for my second fieldwork rotation in order to get a better grasp (getting punnier) on...
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Conceptualising professionalism in occupational therapy through a Western lens - 0 views
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gentiledj09 on 06 Aug 16This paper strives for a greater understanding of how professionalism is currently conceptualised within Western occupational therapy literature. The article explains how an understanding of professionalism is commonly assumed rather than clearly explained. Thus, explicit description and examination of this complex concept is often over- looked. It should be noted that the concept of professionalism is solely being examined through a Western cultural lens.
An examination of writing pauses in handwriting of children with developmental coordina... - 0 views
Prunty, Barnett, Wilmut, and Plumb (2014) conducted a research study that examined handwriting pauses in children diagnosed with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). They explained that probl...
Clinical Reasoning - More Than Problem Solving... - 0 views
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This blog is something that all clinicians and students need to read, think about, and discuss with others. The author discusses how she was taught a series of problem solving steps during her education and how they have caused her to become like many other therapists by jumping to solutions before knowing the real problem. Therefore, the therapists discusses all the things she has learned on her own through her various classes that she examines when screening/assessing a patient in order to determine the appropriate problem in order to generate an effective solution. -
This posting describes an occupational therapists evolution of clinical reasoning skills as she developed as a practitioner. As an entry-level practitioner she followed the "problem solving process" she was taught in school. This process includes identifying the problems, identifying potential solutions, choosing one identified solution, implementing the solution, reviewing the satisfactoriness of the solution, and if unsatisfied completing the process over and over until a satisfactory solution is met. However, she explains that she quickly realized that too often we as occupational therapy practitioners jump in with various solutions before truly identifying the root of the problem. The author highlights numerous assumptions that can be made as to why we want to jump the gun, so to speak. Some of the top reasons mentioned include the patient lacks insight as to the root of the problem and may identify contributory problems and not the true source, there is no specific step to properly examine the source of the problem, and lastly we often view an individual's needs in terms of deficits rather than examining interactions between the individual concerning values and daily choices and their impact on the environment. The author concludes by providing guidance to upcoming practitioners so that they may not make the same mistakes she previously did. She explains that during the evaluation process she is looking not only at the client and what they define as problems, but also looking at strengths, possible explanations, and areas that can be explored in more detail in order to develop a stronger hypothesis as to the root of the problem. Otherwise she risks applying a solution that doesn't solve the problem, creates other problems, and/or prevents uncovering of deeper areas of concern that are impacting the individual's life.
Standards of Practice for Occupational Therapy | American Journal of Occupational Therapy - 0 views
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This document outlines the minimum standards of practice for OTs. It goes through all the requirements for OTs in the areas of education, examination, licensure, responsibilities, screening, evaluation, reevaluation, intervention processes, discharge, and outcomes measurement.
Descrpition of Dementia Caregiver Uplifts and Implications for Occupational Therapy - 1 views
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This study examined the role of OT and how they can assist caregivers who care for those with dementia. Most OT interventions for caregivers are designed to reduce negative consequences of caregiving by building skills to manage those problems. Caregivers often face depression, stress, work overload, and caregiver burden when they can no longer care for their loves ones anymore. This study examined 15 caregivers who were caring for their spouses and their caregiver duties were analyzed and observed. Ways OT can educate those caregivers are by training them to engage in positive behaviors and making adjustments in their attitudes. Taking this approach as a caregiver will promote positive thinking and acts as they care for their loved ones.
Frances Rutherford Lecture: time: occupational therapy: setting the pace.: the world of... - 0 views
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This article discusses professionalism, and is a speech delivered diruing the 2010 Frances Rutherford Lecture in New Zealand. We as OT practitioners have the responsibility to promote and embrace the principles of our practice. We are responsible for how the public views our profession. Our actions should take root in the principle that taking part in occupations benefits the health and well-being of our patients. The author states that our professional responsibility is to always question and examine our role in healthcare, so that we can grow and practice in the most meaningful way.
Ethical Decision Making in Clinical Research: Application of CELIBATE - 1 views
http://ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?articleid=1865751 This article, found in AJOT, describes the use of the clinical model "CELIBATE" to problem-solve through an ethical dilemma. The method of using ...
Clinical Reasoning - 0 views
The purpose of this article is to examine group practice and clinical reasoning behind it in OT. Most of the research examines clinical reasoning with individual treatment. Clinical reasoning has t...
Ethics, occupational therapy and discharge planning: Four broken principles - 2 views
This article examines the role of occupational therapists and the decision making dealing with discharge planning and how challenging this task can be for health professionals. When should a therap...
Ethical Decision-making in OT and PT - 1 views
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This article examines the longitudinal effects that a specific OT and PT program within a specific university affect ethical decision-making in their students. The study examined two classes of students and administered the Defining Issues Test (DIT) which according to the article is suppose to be a fairly valid measure. The test was administered on the first day of class and then in the final semester of the students coursework. The results found that the formation of ethics can be a difficult process. The study states that age is a huge factor in this process. Students over 30 years old appear to have formed and be set in their own ethical decision making process. Also, the study found that with at least this program, the students were not provided with enough coursework and instruction in ethical decision-making. The authors suggest that programs provide three to twelve weeks of instruction on ethics as opposed to the typical intermittent instruction throughout coursework. Overall, I found this to be interesting to consider. Overall, I feel that the program is set-up really well. However, I must admit that I would be curious if we had a course that was specifically aimed at ethics. Perhaps this will occur when the program moves to a doctorate degree.
Occupational Therapy Service Use Among People Aging With Multiple Sclerosis - 0 views
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This study examined the effectiveness of occupational therapy interventions for clients with multiple sclerosis. Researchers examined 1,282 individuals between the ages of 45 to 90 with multiple sclerosis. The majority of individuals who had received occupational therapy services were very satisfied with their results and identified occupational therapy as a helpful service to promote health and overall well-being.
Professionalism - 0 views
This article examined the issues in forming and implementing an interperfessional course in medically-based education programs. In this study, the researchers attempted to examine the impact of an...
Evidence-Based Practice: Meta-Analysis Examining the Effectiveness of Electrical Stimul... - 0 views
This meta-analysis examines the effectiveness of electrical stimulation on treating the upper extremities of patients who suffer cerebro-vascular accidents (strokes). Illustrating the efficacy of e...
Evidence-Based Practice: Conserative Treatment of the Cubital Tunnel Syndrome - 1 views
Conservative treatment of the cubital tunnel syndrome was evaluated in a randomised study of 70 patients with mild or moderate symptoms. All patients were informed about the cause of symptoms and a...
Caregiver Awareness of Prone Play Recommendations - 1 views
file:///C:/Users/mruby/Downloads/101%20(1).pdf https://ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?articleid=1853002&resultClick=3 This study examined caregiver awareness of the American Academy of Pediatrics' pro...
Clinical Reasoning - Simulation to Improve Knowledge and Comfort in Acute Care - 5 views
Gibbs, D. M., & Dietrich, M. (2017). Using high fidelity simulation to impact occupational therapy student knowledge, comfort, and confidence in acute care. Open Journal Of Occupational Therapy...
Systematic Review and Analysis of Work-Related Injuries to and Conditions of the Elbow - 1 views
https://ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?articleid=1853005&resultClick=3 file:///C:/Users/mruby/Downloads/24.pdf This systematic review of literature examines and synthesizes research findings related to...
Our Mandate for the New Millennium: Evidence-Based Practice | American Journal of Occup... - 1 views
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This 2000 Slagle lecture discusses EBP in OT. The lecture begins by breaking down the 5 levels of evidence used in research as well as provides scenarios for use of EPB. It also stresses the importance of continuing education and staying up to date with the latest research so that you can defend that what you are doing works. The lecture also posed five questions that you can ask yourself to determine if you are being an EBP practitioner: Do I examine what I do by asking clinical questions? Do I take time to track down the best evidence for guidance? Do I appraise evidence or take it at face value? Do I use evidence to do the right thing correctly? and Do I evaluate the impact of the evidence?. The biggest barrier to EBP was described as each individual's own attitude and motivation towards implementing EBP.