Psychosocial midterm 2 Flashcards
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What are Long-term goals?
Functional outcome or destination of the intervention: ‘Ultimate Aim’
Long-term goals represent the overall objectives that the intervention aims to achieve.
What are MBO/Short Term Goals?
The small steps to achieve a long-term goal. Can be accomplished in a few weeks or less.
MBO stands for Management by Objectives, focusing on specific short-term achievements.
What are COAST Goals?
Client, Occupation, Assistance, Specific measures, Timeline
COAST goals help structure the goal-setting process in occupational therapy.
Describe the sections of a SOAP Note.
S- Subjective information, O- Objective observations, A- Assessment, P- Plan
SOAP Notes are a standardized method for documenting patient information.
What is a Treatment note?
Documents individual OT sessions and the services provided, ‘the most basic responsibility for entry-level OTA’
Treatment notes are essential for tracking the specifics of each therapy session.
What is a Progress note?
Documents treatment periodically, updated info on progress towards goals, changes to plans, and coordination of care, ‘shows progress’
Progress notes help evaluate the effectiveness of interventions over time.
What is a Transition plan?
A written document that is prepared for moving the client from one setting to another
Transition plans are crucial for ensuring continuity of care.
What is a Discharge report?
Concise description of the entire course of OT intervention since first contact, and includes assessment of outcomes
Discharge reports summarize the patient’s progress and outcomes of therapy.
What are the stages of OT Process?
Referral, Screening, Evaluation, Intervention Planning, Intervention Implementation, Intervention evaluation, Transition Planning, Discontinuation of Service
These stages outline the comprehensive process of occupational therapy.
What is important in an interview?
Affect, Attention, Processing Skills
These elements are critical for effective communication and assessment during interviews.
What is the purpose of an Evaluation?
To obtain accurate info about client’s ‘information gathering’
Evaluations help therapists understand clients’ needs and develop appropriate interventions.
What is a ‘top-down’ evaluation?
Beginning with the client’s goals: Occupational Profile, Interviews, Questionnaires, Casual Conversations
This approach prioritizes the client’s perspective and desired outcomes.
What is a ‘bottom-up’ evaluation?
Begins with factors that interfere with occupational engagement: Assessments of Cognitive Level
This method focuses on underlying issues affecting performance.
What is an Assessment?
Specific instruments or tools you might use to evaluate
Assessments provide structured ways to gather information about a client’s abilities.
What is Reliability in assessment?
Consistency of results when the test is repeated
Reliability is essential for ensuring the accuracy of assessment results.
What is Test-retest reliability?
Degree of sameness of scores
This type of reliability checks the stability of test results over time.
What is Interrater reliability?
Two people giving the same test will obtain similar results
This ensures that different evaluators can achieve consistent results.
What is Validity in assessment?
The degree to which the test measures what it says it will
Validity ensures that the assessment accurately reflects the intended construct.
What is the OTR’s role in Evaluation and Assessment?
Initiates evaluation, manages and guides OTA, Interprets information for a plan of Treatment, documents findings
The OTR (Occupational Therapist Registered) oversees the evaluation process.
What is the OTA’s role in Evaluation and Assessment?
Contributes to evaluation under OT, collects information, administers assessment and interviews, records observations and results, passes info to OT
The OTA (Occupational Therapy Assistant) plays a supportive role in gathering data.
What are Data collecting methods discussed?
Review of medical charts, Interviewing, Questionnaires, Observation, Tests and assessments
These methods are used to gather relevant client information.
What is one Screening tool for cognitive-disability?
Allen Cognitive Levels
This tool is designed to assess cognitive functioning.
Name one Screening tool based on MOHO.
Assessment of Communication and Interaction Skills (ACIS)
MOHO stands for the Model of Human Occupation, which focuses on occupational performance.
Name another Screening tool based on MOHO.
Occupational Circumstances Assessment Interview and Rating Scale (OCAIRS)
OCAIRS helps assess various occupational circumstances affecting clients.
