Dynamic Performance Analysis: A framework for understanding occupational performance

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and concepts from the Dynamic Performance Analysis lecture notes.

Dynamic Performance Analysis (DPA)

A dynamic, top-down, performance-based framework for analyzing actual performance to identify breakdowns and test solutions.

Top-down approach

An OT analysis method that starts with the occupation and direct observation of performance rather than breaking down components first.

Activity analysis

Traditional analysis that decomposes an activity into physical, cognitive, and affective components and infers abilities, often without the client.

Performance analysis

Analysis based on observing the client actually performing a task, focusing on the interaction with the environment and avoiding inferences about underlying abilities.

CO-OP (Cognitive Orientation to Occupational Performance)

A client-centered, cognitive-strategy-based approach embedded in DPA that identifies cognitive strategies to support performance.

HOEP (Human Occupation from an Ecological Perspective)

A holistic view of occupational performance seen as a whole-task phenomenon arising from the dynamic interaction of person, occupation, and environment.

Whole task

The largest unit of performance, representing the entire occupation or activity.

Segments/Units/Subunits

Hierarchical subdivisions of the whole task representing progressively smaller units of performance.

Performer prerequisites

Preconditions for analyzing performance, including motivation and task knowledge.

Motivation

The desire to perform an occupation; can be intrinsic or extrinsic and influences learning and persistence.

Task knowledge

Understanding of what the task requires (rules, steps, grammar, formation) necessary for strategy development.

Performance requisites

The abilities, supports, and demands needed to perform a task; balance between performer and environment/task demands.

Balance (ecological theory)

Optimal performance results from a balance between individual ability and environmental demands/supports.

Environmental supports/demands

External factors that facilitate or hinder performance and are considered in DPA.

AMPS (Assessment of Motor and Process Skills)

A formal assessment of motor and process skills for self-care and instrumental activities of daily living.

Intrinsic motivation

Motivation that comes from within, reflecting a basic need for occupation.

Extrinsic motivation

Motivation driven by external rewards or pressures.

Added purpose/meaning

Giving occupation meaningful purpose enhances motivation and motor learning.

Decision tree (DPA)

A sequence of questions guiding the therapist to identify performance breakdowns and intervention points.

Performance hierarchy

The idea that performance is nested, with whole task built from segments, units, and subunits.

Environmental context

The surrounding environment that interacts with person and occupation to influence performance.

Step One – Establishing Whole Task Prerequisites

Assess motivation and general task knowledge before analyzing performance.

Step Two – Analysis of Observed Performance

Observe the client performing the task, identify breakdowns, and determine sources of imbalance to guide intervention.