heart and mind

Question 1

Who is the author of the article ‘The Heart, Mind, and Soul of Professionalism in Occupational Therapy’?

Answer 1

Wendy Wood, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA

Question 2

What does David Whyte suggest is a great triumph of human existence in relation to work?

Answer 2

To have a firm persuasion in our work—that what we do is right for ourselves and good for the world

Question 3

What does the author propose is essential for maintaining conviction in occupational therapy work?

Answer 3

Understanding and enacting professionalism

Question 4

How does the author define professionalism?

Answer 4

An ideal encompassing widely held expectations and objective standards for evaluating any profession

Question 5

What metaphors does the author use to depict the vital elements of professionalism?

Answer 5

Heart, mind, and soul

Question 6

What is the ‘heart’ of professionalism according to Eliot Freidson?

Answer 6

Belief that professional work is especially important for the well-being of individuals or society, and is considered Good Work

Question 7

What is the significance of fiduciary responsibility in professionalism?

Answer 7

The needs of those being served and of society must be upheld as paramount

Question 8

Who were the founders of the American Occupational Therapy Association?

Answer 8

Susan Cox Johnson, George Edward Barton, Eleanor Clarke Slagle, William Rush Dunton, Isabel Newton, Thomas B. Kidner

Question 9

What did the founders of occupational therapy believe was the main requirement for joining their new Society?

Answer 9

An interest in the work

Question 10

What heartfelt themes characterized the early years of occupational therapy according to Suzanne Peloquin?

Answer 10

• Core convictions in the nobility of service
• Strength of the human spirit
• Primacy and agency of occupation
• Occupational link with health and healing
• Need to personalize and individualize therapy

Question 11

Fill in the blank: The author proposes that the heart of professionalism is threatened by _______.

Answer 11

[external demands and pressures such as increased efficiency and productivity]

Question 12

True or False: The author believes that occupational therapy will be put out of business by neglect from society.

Answer 12

False

Question 13

What does the author mean by ‘the mind of professionalism’?

Answer 13

Advancement and application of a specialized body of knowledge unique to the profession

Question 14

What are health professionals today obliged to do according to societal expectations?

Answer 14

Evolve their practices in accord with their fields’ evolving knowledge

Question 15

What does the author identify as a critical issue faced by occupational therapists in their practice?

Answer 15

Being disconnected from the larger scholarly conversations moving the field forward

Question 16

What was one negative outcome experienced by the author due to a lack of engagement with professional knowledge?

Answer 16

A child refused to approach her because of poor therapeutic advice given

Question 17

What transformation did the author witness at Harmarville Rehabilitation Center that reaffirmed the importance of professionalism?

Answer 17

Positive transformations in patients as they engaged in meaningful activities

Question 18

Fill in the blank: According to the author, without the heart, occupational therapy lacks _______.

Answer 18

[conviction and meaning in work]

Question 19

What is the significance of the mind of professionalism in occupational therapy?

Answer 19

It serves as a wellspring of professional empowerment and inspiration.

Question 20

Who are some historical figures recognized as giants of the informed heart in occupational therapy?

Answer 20

• Adolf Meyer (1922)
• Susan Tracy (1910)
• William Dunton (1919)
• Eleanor Clarke Slagle (1941)
• Jean Ayres (1972)
• Mary Fiorentino (1975)
• Lorna Jean King (1978)
• Mary Reilly (1962)
• Wilma West (1968)

Question 21

What is the relationship between the heart and mind of professionalism?

Answer 21

Both elements are equally vital and thrive in a mutually fortifying balance.

Question 22

True or False: Occupational therapists are more tolerant of an imbalance that favors the mind over the heart of professionalism.

Answer 22

False

Question 23

What can happen when heart is valued above mind in occupational therapy?

Answer 23

It can lead to clinical approaches that lack theoretical soundness and credible evidence.

Question 24

What does Parker Palmer argue about the separation of heart from head in education?

Answer 24

It produces practitioners with ‘minds that do not know how to feel and hearts that do not know how to think.’

Question 25

Fill in the blank: The soul of professionalism is characterized by _______.

Answer 25

[authentic connections to others]

Question 26

According to Eliot Freidson, what is true collegiality?

Answer 26

Connecting in ways that are honest, critically evaluative, and dedicated to realizing a greater good.

Question 27

What is the consequence of isolation, division, and secrecy in a professional culture?

Answer 27

It leads to mistrust and a lack of communication among members.

Question 28

What does the soul of professionalism enable professionals to do?

Answer 28

Maintain a balance between the heart and mind of professionalism while adapting to changing times.

Question 29

What is the antidote to soul-sickness in occupational therapy?

Answer 29

Insisting upon authentic connection and reconnection with colleagues.

Question 30

What is the meaning of professional unity as recognized by Wilma West?

Answer 30

To change with changing demands for services and adapt via new approaches.

Question 31

Who exemplifies the heart, mind, and soul of professionalism in occupational therapy?

Answer 31

Anne Spencer

Question 32

Fill in the blank: The extraordinary professionalism of Anne Spencer has brought many occupational therapists together and nourished our _______.

Answer 32

[convictions in the rightness of our work]

Question 33

What is the primary focus of the author in this text?

Answer 33

The interconnectedness of the heart, mind, and soul of professionalism in occupational therapy.

Question 34

Who provided editorial suggestions that helped clarify thinking in the document?

Answer 34

Barb Hooper, PhD, OTR/L ## Footnote Barb Hooper contributed to the clarity of ideas communicated in the document.

Question 35

What is the title of the work by Jane Addams published in 1990?

Answer 35

Twenty years at Hull House ## Footnote This work discusses social work and community engagement.

Question 36

Who authored 'Sensory integration and learning disorders'?

Answer 36

A. J. Ayres ## Footnote This work focuses on the relationship between sensory processing and learning challenges.

Question 37

What is the main focus of Baum's 1995 study?

Answer 37

The contribution of occupation to function in persons with Alzheimer’s Disease ## Footnote This study emphasizes the role of occupational engagement in the well-being of Alzheimer’s patients.

Question 38

What did Borell et al. (1995) study in relation to Alzheimer’s disease?

Answer 38

The ability to use familiar objects among patients with Alzheimer’s disease ## Footnote This research highlights cognitive functioning related to everyday objects.

Question 39

What type of care is discussed in Hellen's 1998 publication?

Answer 39

Activity-focused care ## Footnote This approach emphasizes engaging Alzheimer's patients in meaningful activities.

Question 40

Fill in the blank: The philosophy of _______ therapy was authored by Meyer in 1922.

Answer 40

occupation ## Footnote This foundational text outlines the philosophical underpinnings of occupational therapy.

Question 41

What is the main theme of Moore's 'Care of the soul'?

Answer 41

Cultivating depth and sacredness in everyday life ## Footnote This work provides insights into enhancing daily life through meaningful practices.

Question 42

True or False: 'Occupational therapy can be one of the greatest ideas of 20th century medicine' was stated by Mary Reilly.

Answer 42

True ## Footnote This statement reflects the significant impact of occupational therapy on healthcare.

Question 43

What was the focus of the 2002 study by Nygard and Ohman?

Answer 43

Managing changes in everyday occupations for persons with Alzheimer’s disease ## Footnote This study explores the adaptation to changes in daily life for Alzheimer’s patients.

Question 44

Who is the author of 'Quality of life and quality of lives in dementia care'?

Answer 44

S. G. Post ## Footnote This article discusses aspects of quality of life in the context of dementia care.

Question 45

What did the 2001 article by Ottenbacher et al. address?

Answer 45

The challenge of evidence-based occupational therapy ## Footnote This article emphasizes the need for research and evidence in occupational therapy practices.

Question 46

Fill in the blank: 'The courage to teach' was authored by _______.

Answer 46

P. Palmer ## Footnote This book explores the inner landscape of a teacher's life and the challenges of teaching.

Question 47

What is the main subject of the work by Richman and Glantz (2002)?

Answer 47

Occupation based treatment for the person with Alzheimer’s/dementia ## Footnote This work discusses treatment strategies focused on meaningful occupations for dementia patients.

Question 48

True or False: The 'Syllabus for training of nurses in occupational therapy' was authored by Slagle and Robinson.

Answer 48

True ## Footnote This syllabus outlines the educational framework for training nurses in occupational therapy.

Question 49

What significant idea is presented in the works of Dunton regarding occupational therapy?

Answer 49

Reconstruction therapy ## Footnote Dunton's work discusses the therapeutic benefits of engagement in occupations.

Question 50

Who presented a paper on improving caregiver performance at the World Alzheimer Congress in 2000?

Answer 50

Snow, T. L. et al. ## Footnote This paper introduced new approaches to caregiver training for better performance.

Question 51

What is the focus of the 2002 publication by Peloquin?

Answer 51

Reclaiming the vision of Reaching for Heart as Well as Hands ## Footnote This publication emphasizes the holistic approach in occupational therapy.