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Examine the OT service delivery models for physical disabilities
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
identify areas of practice within OT practice
relate the domain of OT to the physical rehab system
articulate the unique role of the OT physical rehab system
compare the physical rehab system with educational and family systems
compare the legislative provisions by age group
describe how telehealth technology and virtual environments are used in the setting
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Gather data for the purpose of physical rehab screening and evaluation
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
identify appropriate screening tools, assessments and checklists for physical rehab practice
gather evaluation data in the areas of occupational performance, behaviors and skills within the context of the client
assess and monitor vital signs
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Administer physical rehab assessments based on patient (client) profile
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
demonstrate use of standardized and nonstandardized assessment
compare results with norm-reference data
identify problem areas requiring treatment intervention
prioritize problem areas requiring treatment intervention
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Implement interventions to support occupations
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
demonstrate selection of modalities e.g., temperature, etc.
demonstrate selection of therapeutic exercise relative to occupation
demonstrate selection of assistive technology to support occupational performance
select the correct equipment and materials
perform all critical steps in the right order
follow safety procedures
verbalize an explanation of the process as you perform it
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Demonstrate documentation skills related to physical disability practice
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
prepare a variety of documents including daily treatment notes, intervention plan, etc.
document measurable intervention goals
records include accurate and complete data
utilize correct terminology including medical terminology, Practice Framework, approved abbreviations, etc.
communicate the need and rationale for occupational therapy services
conclusions and recommendations are logical, accurate, and feasible
articulate the role of the OTA in discharge planning
explore documentation in different practice settings examine the use of electronic documentation systems
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Demonstrate physical disability interventions related to biomechanical approach
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
demonstrate skills such as: range of motion, therapeutic exercise, joint mobilization, myofacial release, kinesiotaping
demonstrate skills of edema and pain management
analyze the use of orthotic devices appropriate to the biomechanical treatment approach
demonstrate interventions related to orthopedic conditions such as: amputee, arthritis, burns, cumulative trauma disorder, fractures, hand injury, hip, knee, peripheral nerve injury, prosthetics etc.
demonstrate treatment interventions and appropriate use of assistive technologies relative to occupational performance, behaviors and skills such as ADL, IADL
adapt environments for an individual’s optimal occupational performance
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Demonstrate physical disability interventions related to motor learning/motor control approaches
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
demonstrate skills such as: inhibition and facilitation techniques, positioning, etc.
demonstrate skills of edema and pain management
analyze the use of orthotic devices appropriate to motor learning/motor control approaches
demonstrate interventions related to neurological conditions such as: cerebrovascular accident, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, Parkinson disease, multiple sclerosis etc.
demonstrate treatment interventions and appropriate use of assistive technologies relative to occupational performance, behaviors and skills such as ADL, IADL
adapt environments for an individual’s optimal occupational performance
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Demonstrate physical disability interventions related to rehabilitative approach
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
demonstrate skills such as: ADL, IADL, transfers, positioning, mobility
use compensatory strategies to facilitate participation in occupation
analyze the use of adaptive equipment appropriate to the rehabilitative treatment approach
demonstrate interventions and appropriate use of assistive technologies related to rehabilitative approach such as: home assessment, home management, community reintegration
complete documentation such as Functional Index Measure (FIM), checklists, evaluation, home assessment, and progress notes
adapt environments for an individual’s optimal occupational performance
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Demonstrate physical disability interventions related to functional cognition
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
plan intervention relative to the results of a cognitive assessment
select activities and appropriate assistive technologies relative to the level of the client's processing and communication skills
recognize safety issues related to cognitive limitations
adapt environments for an individual’s optimal occupational performance
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Demonstrate physical disability interventions related to visual/perceptual skills
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
plan intervention relative to the results of a visual perceptual assessment
select activities and appropriate assistive technologies relative to the level of the client's sensiomotor and communication skills
recognize the safety issues related to visual perceptual limitations
adapt environments for an individual’s optimal occupational performance
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Fabricate an orthotic device
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
demonstrate principles of splinting
create or adapt a splint pattern
fabricate a splint
assess fit
adapt the splint
recommend splinting supplies, vendors and resources according to the client's needs (prefabricated splints)
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Use ergonomic principles to modify environments and processes
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
apply universal design principles
evaluate a workspace
suggest modifications to meet ergonomic principles
explore cumulative trauma prevention strategies