The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework (OTPF) is a guide used by occupational therapists and others to help describe the components of occupational therapy practice. The purpose of the OTPF is to give an overview of an occupational therapist's scope of practice. It helps improve communication between health professionals by establishing a common language. It can also be used as a guide to evaluation, intervention, and outcomes. The OTPF defines the goal of occupational therapy as "achieving health, well-being, and participation in life through engagement in occupation." It also defines the clients of occupational therapy as well as the domains that interact to affect the client's overall wellness.
Amber Truhitt What were the key takeaway points from the guest lecture today? I had little experience with driving assessments and interventions prior to today's lecture and lab. It was very beneficial to go through the common diagnoses that will have functional needs that you must take into consideration when considering their ability to drive. I got to learn more about and practice using different driving assessment tools including the Trail Making Tests A & B, MoCA, and SIMARD-MD. I learned about different adaptations that can be made to help clients have the ability to drive. These can range from something as simple as an enlarged rear view mirror to adaptation to vehicles, such as hand controls and lifts. I believe all of the information that was presented will be useful in the future, regardless of the setting that I choose to work in. Describe two occupational therapy interventions based on the topic. Each interve...
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