Allen's Cognitive Levels Flashcards
Deductive thinking
L6
Abstract thinking
L6
Symbolic cues
L6
Covert trial and error (visualize anticipated outcomes)
L6
Considers past/present/future when making decisions
L6
Planned motor action
L6
Conceptual and complex tasks in OT
L6
Can complete task by written directions
L6
Trial and error
L5
All types of cues and verbal instructions
L5
Unable to anticipate and plan ahead
L5
Inductive thinking
L5
Often skip written instructions
L5
Long-term projects, attn span is weeks
L5
OT consists of concrete tasks
L5
Understanding of 3D objects
L5
Some difficulty with IADLs
L5
Visual cues
L4
Many self-care tasks can be independent
L4
Demonstrations necessary for unfamiliar tasks
L4
Therapist can demonstrate multiple tasks at a time
L4
Able to recall sequence of steps toward goal
L4
Can concentrate for up to 1 hour
L4
What isn’t seen doesn’t exist
L4
Tactile Cues
L3
Independent self-care
L3
Imitate demonstrated manual actions
L3
New learning not in place
L3
Can concentrate for up to 30 mins
L3
Will continue reaching a step until end is met
L3
Should not be left alone
L3
Childproof home, no care of pets
L3
Will pick up whatever is interesting
L3
Simple, repetitive activities with OT
L3
Some self-care can be done independently
L3
Supplies need to be within arm’s reach
L3
Proprioceptive cues
L2
Main concerns are comfort and stability
L2
Imitate approximate movements
L2
Attend to activity for span of minutes
L2
Aware of experience through moving
L2
Gross motor movements with OT
L2
Can repeat motions of feeding self once initiated
L2