Clinical Practice Flashcards
Interpreter
Provides oral translation
Translator
Written Translation
Interpreter & Translator - Good practice
Use qualified professionals (certified interpreters and translators).
Ensure cultural competence and context sensitivity.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.
What 3 people would be on the team if a patient presented with paradoxical vocal fold movement?
Gastroenterologist - if acid reflux is a contributing factor
Otolaryngologist
Allergist - if allergies are a contributing factor
Occupational Therapy
fine motor skills, activities of daily living (ADLs), sensory integration, and adaptive strategies. They can help with tasks like feeding, dressing, and handwriting
Physical Therapy
focus on improving gross motor skills, strength, balance, mobility, and coordination. They help with movement patterns, posture, and walking,
ICF Framework
- Health conditions
- Body Functions and Structures
- Activities
- Participation
- Environmental Factors
- Personal Factors
health conditions
Refers to the medical diagnosis or disease (e.g., cerebral palsy, stroke). It is the underlying cause or condition affecting a person’s functioning.
body functions and structures
This includes physiological functions (e.g., swallowing, speech production) and anatomical structures (e.g., organs, limbs). It highlights impairments like reduced mobility or difficulty with communication.
Activities
Refers to the execution of a task or action by an individual (e.g., walking, speaking, eating). Activity limitations are difficulties an individual may experience in performing these tasks.
Participation
This refers to an individual’s involvement in life situations, such as working, socializing, or attending school. Participation restrictions occur when an individual is unable to engage in desired or expected activities due to their condition.
environmental factors
These are external factors that may either support or hinder functioning, such as physical environment, societal attitudes, or social supports. For instance, accessibility of public spaces or the availability of assistive technology can either improve or limit a person’s participation.
personal factors
These include individual characteristics such as age, gender, coping styles, social background, education, and personal goals. These factors can influence how a person experiences disability and interacts with the environment