Chunk Two Flashcards

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outcome measure

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objective evaluation of the influence of interventions on the client’s performance

when possible and applicable, measurement should be taken at the beginning, during, and at the end of intervention

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advantages of standardized testing

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scores can be understood by interprofessional team
tools are often widely available
uniform administration, scoring, and interpretation of results
can help monitor progress over time
can contribute to quality improvement adn evidence-based practice

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disadvantages of standardized testing

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must be combined with qualitative and other assessment methods to complete a comprehensive evaluation
multiple internal and external variables can impact performance on test and affect results
rigidity of administration may negatively influence the results

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standardization sample

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a large sample of people who represent the intended population for a test

referred to as a norm group

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standard score

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a score used in standardized testing, also referred to as z-values and z-scores that is used to make comparisons across variables and across population or individuals

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scales of measurement

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classification system used for quantifiable data

nominal
ordinal
interval
ratio

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descriptive statistics

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provides insight into the general characteristics of data collected during a study

measure of central tendency
measure of variability

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measures of central tendency

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a value that describes the center point of a data set

mean median
mode

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mean

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a measure of central tendency, also known as an average score, that is calculated by finding the sum of all scores within a data set then dividing the sum by the total number of scores in teh data set

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median

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a measure of central tendency, also referred to as middle value, that is determined by placing all scores in numerical order and locating the number in the middle

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mode

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a measure of central tendency that refers to the value that occurs most frequently within a data set

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measures of variability

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the statistical value that represents how much the group varies from the mean, and the degree to which the data spreads across the distribution

variance
standard deviation

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standard deviation

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measures the distribution and variation of data points around the mean

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error variance

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factors or variables that cause a difference in standardized test scores:
environmental conditions, motivation, fatigue

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developmental index score

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score used in developmental testing with the following features:

mean score is 100
standard deviation of 15 or 16
intervention often beneficial if scores are 2 standard deviations below the mean

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deviation IQ score

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scores used for measurement of intelligence with the following features:

mean scores is 100
intellectual disability is considered 2 standard deviations below the mean

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age-equivalent score

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a score that compares a child’s performance to others in the same age range

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chronological age

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age of an individual since birth that is calculated by subtracting birth date from current date

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corrected age

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age calculation also referred to as adjusted age, that is applied to premature infants to consider achievement of developmental milestones

age is calculated by subtracting the weeks of prematurity from chronological sage

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grade equivalent

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a score that compares a student’s performance to a normative group of students at the same academic level

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validity

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the degree to which an assessment tool measures what it claims to be measuring

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reliability

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the degree to which an assessment tool produces consistent results when the same client is retested on separate occasions while external factors remain constant

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construct validity

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the degree to which an assessment tool measures specific constructs consistent to what it claims it measures

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content validity

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the degree to which items in an assessment are an accurate representation of all aspects of the domain being tested

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criterion validity

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the degree to which the results of an assessment predict performance ability another assessments that measure similar constructs

predicative validity
concurrent validity

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correlation

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a statistical term that refers to the measurement of the proximity of two distinct variables

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sensitivity

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a test’s ability to accurately detect impairments or decreased performance abilities ie true positive

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specificity

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a test’s ability to accurately detect functional and performance abilities ie: true negative

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ceiling effect

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a situation in which an assessment instrument is not able to measure any additional performance differences at the to of the rating scale

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floor effect

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a situation in which an assessment instrument is not able to measure any additional performance inferences at the bottom of the rating scale

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testing bias

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a bias that may occur when administering a standardized or nonstandardized assessment

person related bias
item bias
environment bias

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person-related testing bias

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an aspect of testing ias related to teh actions of teh evaluator or the client that influence the outcome of an evaluation ro a test and must be controlled to achieve optimal results in standardized and non-standardized testing

evaluator bias
test taker bias

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evaluator bias

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a type of testing bias that must be controlled during standardized and non-standardized testing and involves actions of the evaluator that influence the outcome of an evaluation or the test results

an evaluator who influences test results by imposing personal expectations

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test-taker bias

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a type of testing bias that must be controlled during standardized and non standardized testing and involves actions of the client that influence the outcome of an evaluation or the test results

a client who influences test results by providing false or misleading information

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item bias

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a type of testing bias that involves clients of similar performance abilities scoring differently when the same evaluation instrument or subtest is administered

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environment bias

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a type of testing bias that involves the degree to which the testing context is similar to the natural setting in which the task is typically performed

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test-taker variables

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factors that may impact the performance results of a client during the evaluation process

motivation
energy level
stress

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rasch methodology

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a hierarchal design used to develop a linear measurement scale within a standardized assessment

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Likert Scales

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a psychometric method, typically used in a questionnaire or survey that includes response options that progress in a linear direction

never -> always

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prosthetist

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specializes in evaluation fabrication and custom fitting of artificial limbs

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interagency team

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inclusive team of care professionals that includes the primary care team and outside agencies to optimize client outcome

beneficial during times of transition

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mulitdisciplinary team

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team in which health care providers perform professional roles and develops discipline specific goals independent of other team members

regular communication regarding client’s progress in discipline specific goals occur through written and verbal methods

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inclusion outcome

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full participation in school activities
supporting peer interactions
options for general educational curriculum
establishing an environment of respect and tolerance
supporting interaction within the community

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transition target

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occupation based service outcomes and goals used as part of the IEP to assist a student transitioning from high school to adult life

focuses: 
academic achievement 
employment integration 
community integration 
independent living
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short term goal

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referred to as the objective of a specific intervention includes the incremental sub-steps of an expected outcome

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long term goal

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the expected outcome of the intervention plan that is measurable and includes a time frame for completion

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occupation based goal

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method of indicating a measurable functional outcome based on client needs and priorities; includes a timeframe for completion

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client centered goals

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collaborative process of establishing goal to ensure fidelity between priorities that are meaningful and motivating to the client and the goals recommended by the therapist

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occupational therapy outcomes

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the expected overall change in a client’s performance and level of participation based on the interventions provided

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early intervention

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treatment delivery program where family centered services are delivered to infants and toddlers in natural settings to support development and minimize delays