Chap 6 Flashcards
What does general activity analysis refer to?
A general activity analysis refers to an analysis of the generic properties of an activity as it is typically performed
What does a general activity analysis typically include?
- Steps
- Materials
- Context
- Activity demands
- Possible meanings
What is a client-focused activity analysis?
○ A client-focused activity analysis refers to a highly individualized analysis of the personal way in which an activity or occupation is performed in real-life context by a specific individual
○ Personal way in which activity is performed
○ Unique features of how client does activity
Who establishes a child’s meaning of activity
- Ones meaning of a child’s activities is established by a parent, teacher, or society
- This meaning might not be shared with the child
- Adults may focus on the child’s ling-term health and well-being
□ These are activities the child may need to do but not want to do
* Playing with peers
* Personal hygiene
* Eating healthy
What does observational assessment typically relies on?
Observational assessment typically relies heavily on direct observation of occupational performance especially in the client-focused and unfamiliar general activity analyse.
What is Observational Assessment and Analysis through Activity observation
○ Provide ecologically valid info about the occupational performance
○ Descriptions of the elements of the activity
○ Client, parent, and other caregivers may be interviewed
* But may not have the means to accurately describe details
○ Repeated observations in natural context
What is Interactive Relationship with Frame of Reference and how is it used?
○ Theoretical perspective
* Always guided by theory, but must follow observations
○ Guides observation
○ Prioritizes elements of observation
○ OT’s will often use the frame of reference which best suits their setting and client
* i.e. if OT has more experience in sensory therapy they will use a sensory frame of reference
What does Assessment through activity observation and analysis identify?
Identify factors involved in occupational performance
What does an OT/OTA do when occupational meaning is absent in a needed activity?
When occupational meaning is absent in a needed activity, the occupational therapist may also use a client-focused activity analysis and observation to assess personally preferred activities for signs of what is meaningful to the individual
What does Client-focused activity analysis and observations provide a direct measure of?
Client-focused activity analysis and observations provide a direct measure of occupational performance that allows the occupational therapist to identify the specific aspects of performance that are problematic and successful
Activity analysis and observation are essential in clarifying what?
Activity analysis and observation are essential in clarifying the occupational barriers and supports within the activity and its context as well as the way in which the client’s skill and factors enable or hinder performance
What are parts of Building skill in activity observation and analysis
○ Practice
○ Observe others
○ Watch videos of oneself and others
○ Attend to details
○ Discuss with collogues
○ Use structured forms
What is Activity Synthesis and Intervention
Synthesizing results from activity analyses and observations guides intervention planning
Why is Activity Synthesis and Intervention important?
○ This is important because you can see:
□ What they do well and not well
□ How to grade activity
□ What are their interests
○ Data from multiple structured activity analyses may be helpful for developing treatment protocols.
○ Analyze barriers and strengths
What is Activity Synthesis for Selection and Design and how is it used?
○ Target specific activity or occupation.
○ Use clinical reasoning.
○ Select treatment activities to match client’s goals and interest
○ Select and craft activities that are occupationally relevant.
