OTA 120 Midterm Study Guide

Occupational Therapy

A therapeutic practice that uses engagement in meaningful activities (occupations) to improve health and well-being.

Age of Enlightenment

A period in history marked by an emphasis on reason, science, and individual rights, influencing the development of new approaches to mental health and treatment.

Moral Treatment

An early approach to mental health care emphasizing compassion, routine, and the environment to promote recovery.

Holism

A philosophy in occupational therapy that emphasizes the whole person, considering physical, emotional, social, and spiritual factors.

Occupation as a Determinant of Health

The concept that participation in meaningful activities influences overall health and well-being.

AOTA

American Occupational Therapy Association; defines occupational therapy and outlines who qualifies for services.

OTPF

Occupational Therapy Practice Framework; a guide that outlines the domain and process of occupational therapy.

Domain in OTPF

The areas of occupational therapy practice that include five subdivisions: occupations, client factors, performance skills, performance patterns, and context and environment.

Process in OTPF

The steps and methods occupational therapists follow to provide services, including evaluation, intervention, and outcomes.

Activity Analysis

A method to break down and understand the components of an activity to improve engagement and performance.

Evaluation Steps in OT

The process that includes gathering information about the client's needs, strengths, and challenges, typically completed by occupational therapists.

Occupational Profile

A summary of a client's history, interests, and daily activities that guides the therapy process.

OT and OTA Roles

Occupational therapists (OTs) lead the treatment planning, while occupational therapy assistants (OTAs) assist in delivering services under the supervision of OTs.

Levels of Supervision

Different tiers of oversight required for OTAs, ranging from direct supervision to general supervision depending on the context.

Intervention Types in OT

Various strategies used in occupational therapy, such as therapeutic exercise, task modification, and adaptive equipment.

Best Fit Intervention Approaches

Selecting the most appropriate intervention strategy based on the client's specific needs and context.

Clinical Reasoning

The process by which occupational therapists use critical thinking and knowledge to make informed decisions about client care.

Therapeutic Use of Self

The deliberate use of the therapist's personal attributes and interactions to enhance the therapeutic process and relationship with clients.