Occupational Therapy and Rehabilitation Concepts

A clinic-based assessment (2-4 hours over two days) to evaluate a person's ability to sustain job tasks.

FCE often uses performance in short, intense tasks to predict overall job performance; it relies on population or coworker norms for accurate predictions.

A comprehensive process using real or simulated work to assess and help a person's vocational development

Evaluations traditionally address physical/psychomotor, intellectual, emotional, interests, attitudes, aptitudes/achievements, work skills/tolerances, habits, capabilities, and job-seeking skills.

Vocational evaluations can last 3-10 days, depending on assessment goals.

An assessment conducted at the workplace to analyze job demands, worker's abilities, and the work environment.

The key tasks and duties that are critical for a job to be performed effectively.

Breaking down a job's tasks into smaller steps to identify difficulties and potential solutions.

Examining the workplace itself, including accessibility, physical layout, and environmental factors.

Modifications to the workplace or job duties to enable a worker with limitations to perform their role.

The desired result of completing a job task, not just the process of doing it.

Assessing how errors in performing a task affect the overall job output.

Photos and videos of the work environment, taken with permission, to aid in assessment.

A process of identifying and evaluating potential ergonomic hazards in the workplace. This involves checking workspaces, tools, and tasks to ensure they are designed to minimize physical strain and risk of injury.

Focused on preventing work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) or identifying individuals at risk. It considers posture, movement, and other factors that can cause strain.

A U.S. government agency that sets and enforces workplace safety and health standards. They have specific guidelines for computer workstation ergonomics.

A checklist used to evaluate the ergonomics of computer workstations, focusing on factors like chair height, monitor position, keyboard placement, and lighting.

A set of guidelines developed by the International Labour Organization (ILO) to address ergonomic hazards in various industrial settings. It covers areas like material handling, tools, machine safety, and workspace design.

Conditions that affect the muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, and bones. These are often caused by repetitive motions, awkward postures, and other ergonomic factors.

Factors in the workplace that can negatively affect mental health and well-being, such as stress, bullying, and lack of control.

The process of analyzing information, considering different possibilities, and making informed decisions about a patient's care.

Focusing on identifying the underlying cause of a patient's symptoms or condition.

Gathering information through assessments and observations to support the diagnosis.

The usual ways a person performs tasks or engages in activities.

The specific abilities needed to carry out tasks, such as motor skills, cognitive skills, and social skills.

Individual characteristics that influence a person's occupational performance, such as values, beliefs, and life experiences.

The initial step of clinical reasoning, where the therapist becomes aware of a potential problem or issue.

Clearly defining the scope of the problem, determining what to include and exclude in the assessment and intervention.

The process of analyzing observations and information from a client to understand their situation.

Examining the possible explanations you have for a client's situation, based on the available cues.

Thinking through ethical dilemmas, generating options, and deciding on appropriate actions.

Thinking about how to build a positive relationship with your client during evaluation and treatment.

Observing and gathering information from a client interview to understand their situation.

Planning questions to ask a client for a more complete understanding of their situation.

Thinking about how a client's culture influences their experiences and needs.

Working together with the client during the evaluation process to gather information and make decisions.