To establish the level and type of support an individual needs I would ask the individual how much help they need, what they are comfortable with and anything they may be worried about. I would read the risk assessment, as it would give me information on my client’s ability to participate and highlight any possible risks. I would promote independence, encouraging active participation so that they feel in control of the amount of support they receive. An occupational therapist can help in advising on specialist equipment or changes to help the individual to be as independent as possible.…
In recent years all disabled people have been cared for in the way that was best for the home, and all treated as a group of disabled people, and all decisions were made by the care team who dealt with the illness instead of the person. Today changes have taken place to ensure clients have the power to initiate their own care needs and have a say in how they want to live there life. By setting up a system with all personnel involved the client can put across their views and aims and put this into practice. Within our home setting every client is treated as an individual and has a care plan set up to centre around there needs. Input would come from outside agencies i.e. doctors, nurses, occupational therapy and any specialist associated with the client, family would help with a life history and any information deemed of a help to the client, carers would give an input into…
B.H starting this intervention at week 4, after starting LTT. B.H used many different assistive devices such as a rolling walker with and without bilateral forearm platform attachment, and platform walker. The platform walker was chosen as the best assistive device that was used by B.H because of weak leg muscles. A total of 137 sessions were given.…
When assisting a service user with a task whether it be small or large we always need to carry out the task using the correct equipment, and the correct members of staff to be present. Also our full attention should be on the task at all times and aware of what the service user is doing and what is happening around them. if not doing so then this could result in the service user falling or being injured and equipment could be damaged. Carers should always carry out a visual check of the equipment prior to using and if a problem arises should not be used and reported to the relevant person.…
The various methods demonstrated in the literature to support medical device and assistive technology development stem from the diverse range of legislation and huge variance in the devices themselves.…
In this file of SOC 313 Week 5 Quiz you will find the next information: 1. An important consideration regarding assistive devices is that…
The patients that come into the facility vary from breaks in bones to strokes. The therapeutic approaches vary according to both the therapists and their choices of activities. The therapist I observed gave the patient a thorough understanding and demonstration of the exercises being asked. The Occupational Therapist chose certain exercises to help with the patient’s grip, strength, and range of motion. The therapist gave tips on self-care skills to help the patient with putting on articles of clothing and also helped to keep the patient’s morale high. With the therapist’s calming approach and easy to talk to attitude it was an obvious choice of why the patient requested to work the…
When individuals have certain disabilities, these limit their performance because the structures of their bodies are not functioning properly. An Occupational Therapy Assistant must understand the body’s structures and functions in order to assist clients in their performance in light of their clients’ limitations. Modifying clients’ everyday activities, an Occupational Therapy Assistant may suggest for individuals to use community mobility by bus rather than independent transportation; clients with disabilities may not have the capacity to drive. While an Occupational Therapist Assistant’s role is in part to modify the environment to make it accessible for a handicapped person, a physical therapist’s may help the individual to walk independently again. To bring individuals to their best state of well-being, healthcare team members must collaborate interprofessionally to make performance and lifestyle goals that meet individuals’ every need. Various professionals’ must understand their clients’ disabilities to assist in improving their clients’ participation in life (ICCOTAP,…
Finally, consider visiting an Assistive Technology lab at a local community college or university. Try to select a time that allows you to observe students with disabilities receiving instruction on using Assistive Technology.…
In the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework 3rd edition, a client factors are specific capacities, characteristics, or beliefs that reside within the person that influence performance in occupations. That further can be broken down into 5 different characteristics which make up client factors. The first is values; which are principles, standards and qualities that are considered worthwhile to each patient. Second is beliefs; which are cognitive contents held as true. Third is spirituality, which is being spiritual. Lastly, is body structure and functions which can be merged together to be clearly defined as “physiological function of body systems and anatomical parts of the body such as organs, limbs, and their components.” (W.H.O., 2001)…
People with arthritis need to be moved slowly and smoothly and not attempt to move the joints beyond their limits. Blind people will need clear verbal instructions and be guided around any objects in their vicinity,People who have had strokes that may be weak on one side…
Low-impact activities of daily living, walking, swimming, and stationary bicycling can strengthen unaffected muscles, improve cardiovascular health, and help patients fight fatigue and depression. Range of motion and stretching exercises can help prevent painful spasticity and shortening of muscles. Physical and occupational therapists can show you exercises that provide these benefits without overworking muscles. They can suggest devices such as ramps, braces, walkers, bathroom equipment like shower chairs, toilet risers, and wheelchairs that help patients remain mobile. Occupational therapists can provide or recommend equipment and adaptations to enable people to retain as much safety and independence in activities of daily living as possible.…
To help service users with mobility problems and other physical disabilities, including incontinence, help in use of personal equipment and administration of medication. I do participate in assessments and reviews and contribute to good written and verbal communications. Also, I do attend staff meetings, support colleagues, work as part of a team for the benefit and well-being of the service users.…
On a side note, since you are in the occupation of physical therapy assistance, you yourself as the therapy…
Adults with developmental disabilities may have an increased need for support and services to enable them maintain a functioning life. It also enables them to continue living independently from their friends and families. Adults with disabilities should get personal care services, home health care, assistive technologies and other in-home support. The assistive technologies that people with disabilities require are environmental accommodations, mobility and communication devices and techniques of improving and maintaining functioning (Ross et al,…