Communicating and Interviewing Skills (Week 8)

Question 1

Interview

Answer 1

Structured strategies for engaging the client in a dialogue
* Interviews function best as conversation instead of
question/answer
* A shared verbal experience
* Jointly constructed
* Organized around asking and answering questions
* Shared understanding of a particular reality
* A way to better understand clients
* Must develop rapport- safety, trust, and collaboration
* A way to identify client strengths and problem areas

Question 2

Occupational Profile

Answer 2

-Interview
* Client
* Caregivers
* Significant others
* Other professionals
-Review of data
* Chart
* Reports
-Finding out about:
* Client’s wants
* Needs
* Strengths
* Limitations/Barriers
* Occupational risks

Question 3

Evaluation

Answer 3

Process

Question 4

Assessment

Answer 4

Specific tools to measure client’s skills

Question 5

Referral

Answer 5

Someone refers the client for services

Question 6

Screening

Answer 6

OT practitioner checks to see if client is appropriate

Question 7

Observation

Answer 7

Watching the client to see if there may be a need for a formal referral - no hands on