Intro to OT Ch. 4: Current Issues and Emerging Practice Areas – Flashcards
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Centennial Vision
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"We envision that occupational therapy is a powerful, widely recognized, science-driven, and EVIDENCE-BASED profession with a globally connected and diverse workforce meeting society's occupational needs."
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Occupation
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Activity in which one engages that is meaningful and central to one's identity - Everyday things people do - Engagement in occupation is beneficial, motivating - Physical benefits
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Emerging areas of practice
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1) Aging in place 2) Driver assessment and training 3) Community health and wellness 4) Needs of children and youth 5) Ergonomics consulting 6) Technology and assistive-device developing and consulting
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1) Aging in Place
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- Elderly remaining in their homes - Safety at home - Medication management - Emergency - Physical safety
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2) Driving
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- Cognition - Physical skills - Judgement
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OT Role in Driver Training
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Evaluates and intervenes in physical, social, cognitive, and psychosocial aspects of functioning that affect driving skills. May consult with technology specialists or mechanics on adapting vehicles to help clients with disabilities
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3) Community Health and Wellness
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- Prevention of disability - Quality of life - Access to services - Transportation - Social participation
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4) Children and Youth
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- Childhood obesity issues - Early intervention (0-3 years of age) - School
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5) Ergonomices
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Science of fitting jobs to people
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6) Technology and Assistive-Device Development
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- Assistive Technology Act of 1998 - Team approach
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Evidence-based practice (Educational Trends)
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Basing practice on the best available research
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Participatory research (Educational Trends)
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Involves the clinician, client, and faculty member in the research process, and it often results in relevant research
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Licensure Laws
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Give a legal definition of occupational therapy and the domain of occupational therapy practice that differentiates it from other professions
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Policy and Reimurstment
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- Prospective Payment System (1983) - shorter hospital stays - Section 504 of The Rehabilitation Act (1973) - Americans with Disabilities Act (1990) - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (1975) - Balanced Budget Act (1997) - Medicare
