Foundations of Occupational Therapy Ch. 1

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What are activities in the context of occupational therapy?

What your occupation requires.

What does adapting mean in occupational therapy?

Changing the occupation so the client can complete it.

Who does the term 'client' include in occupational therapy?

People, groups, or populations receiving services in all settings.

What does 'client centered' refer to?

Services focus on what is meaningful and valuable to the individual, group, or population. Signup and view all the answers

What does compensating in occupational therapy entail?

Completing the occupation in a different way. Signup and view all the answers

What are contrived activities?

Made up activities that may include some of the same skills required for the occupation. Signup and view all the answers

What does diversity refer to in occupational therapy?

The unique attributes, values, and beliefs that make up an individual. Signup and view all the answers

What does equity mean in the context of occupational therapy?

Ensuring that everyone has access to the same opportunities. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of evaluation in occupational therapy?

The process of gathering information and data to analyze the client's OT needs. Signup and view all the answers

What is identity-first language?

Places the disability first and accepts it as a natural circumstance. Signup and view all the answers

What does inclusion mean in occupational therapy?

Acceptance and support of diversity wherein uniqueness is welcomed and valued. Signup and view all the answers

What are occupation-centered activities?

Activities conducted in natural settings using familiar objects. Signup and view all the answers

What does occupational justice refer to?

The opportunity for everyone to participate in desired occupations. Signup and view all the answers

What is occupational injustice?

Social structures that present barriers to accessing desired activities. Signup and view all the answers

What qualifications does an occupational therapist typically have?

A Master's Degree or entry-level Doctoral Degree. Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of occupational therapy?

The therapeutic use of everyday life occupations for enhancing participation. Signup and view all the answers

What is an occupational therapy assistant?

A professional with a 2-year associate's degree program supervised by OT. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'occupations' refer to?

Daily life activities in which people engage. Signup and view all the answers

What are OT practitioners?

Occupational therapists and OTAs. Signup and view all the answers

What is person-first language?

Respectful language that acknowledges a person's ability to change and grow. Signup and view all the answers

What are preparatory activities?

Activities that help prepare the client to participate. Signup and view all the answers

What are purposeful activities?

Meaningful activities for the client that focus on one aspect of the occupation. Signup and view all the answers

What does remediating refer to in occupational therapy?

Improving the client's ability to perform. Signup and view all the answers

What is service competency?

The ability to consistently perform tasks with satisfactory skill. Signup and view all the answers

What does systemic racism refer to in healthcare?

Inequalities in access to healthcare, education, and opportunities. Signup and view all the answers

What are tasks in the context of occupational therapy?

Basic units of action. Signup and view all the answers

What are therapeutic media?

Objects and materials used by practitioners to facilitate change. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Concepts in Occupational Therapy

Activities refer to the specific actions required by an occupation (e.g., swimming for a swim team member involves various tasks like kicking feet).
Adapting is modifying an occupation to enable clients to participate effectively.
Client encompasses individuals, groups, or populations receiving occupational therapy services.

Client-Centered Practices

Client Centered services prioritize meaningful and valuable activities for the individual or group.
Compensating involves finding alternative methods to achieve the same outcomes in an occupation.
Contrived Activities are structured tasks that mimic skill requirements of real-life occupations (e.g., simulating eating lunch).

Diversity and Equity

Diversity acknowledges unique individual attributes, beliefs, and values.
Equity ensures everyone has equal access to opportunities, considering their individual circumstances.

Evaluation and Language

Evaluation is the information gathering process to assess a client's occupational therapy needs.
Identity-First Language emphasizes the presence of a disability as a natural aspect of identity.
Person-First Language respects individuals by recognizing their capacity for growth and change.

Inclusion and Justice

Inclusion promotes acceptance of diversity and maximizes engagement in activities.
Occupational Justice is the right for everyone to engage in desired occupations.
Occupational Injustice highlights barriers in social structures that prevent access to activities.

Occupational Therapy and Practitioners

Occupational Therapy is defined as the therapeutic use of daily life occupations to enhance participation.
Occupational Therapist requires a master's or entry-level doctoral degree.
Occupational Therapy Assistant is typically a two-year program, working under the supervision of an OT.

Types of Activities

Occupations are daily life activities contributing to identity (e.g., self-care, work, leisure).
OT Practitioners include both occupational therapists and assistants who promote engagement through goal-directed activities.
Preparatory Activities prepare clients for participation (e.g., exercises, warm-ups).
Purposeful Activities are meaningful tasks tied to real-life occupations but may emphasize specific aspects.
Remediating focuses on improving clients' abilities to perform desired occupations.

Competency and Systemic Issues

Service Competency is the ability to perform tasks with satisfactory skill levels, ensuring OTAs produce similar results as OTs.
Systemic Racism reflects inequalities in access to essential services compared to other demographic groups.

Basic Concepts

Tasks are foundational actions within activities.
Therapeutic Media includes materials and objects used by practitioners to facilitate change in clients.

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