FINAL TEST Flashcards
WHAT IS THE TR ASSESSMENT REPORT/ SUMMARY
Summarizes information obtained during ASESSESMENT
Follow format laid out by AGENCY – there is not a consistent format used in all settings
Becomes part of individual’s OFFICAL CHART ; often shared with other members of the team
Culmination of all your assessment efforts; representsYOU, YOUR DEPARTMENT AND TR PROFESSION
TRUE OR FALSE : ASSESSMENT REPORTS ARE PROFESSIONALLY WRITTEN?
TRUE :
Professionally written, using appropriate language; written in 3rd person
TRUE OR FALSE : THE ASSESSMENT REPORT DOES NOT SUMMARIZE FACTUAL INFORMATION ?
FALSE
the assessment DOES Summarizes factual information; includes some additional interpretation and recommendations at end
what should you avoid when writing an assessment report?
avoid to much TR “jargon”
how is an assessment report typed?
single space-spaced; generally 2-3 pages maximum
what should assessment reports always be?
professional and error-free
what is the typical format of an assessment report?
Participant name Dates of the assessment Reason for referral (if applicable- in this case participant self referred) Background information Methods used to gather information Results of assessment Summary and interpretation Recommendations Signature(s) and date(s)
what comes before the intervention plan?
assessment reports
What is ecological assessment
assessing participants in their environment
what are the two types of ecological assessments?
BROAD
FOCUSED
what two questions does Broad ecological assessment involve ?
what do we know about the person ?
what do we know about their environment?
what is some Information gathered that is geared towards what do we know about the person ?
strengths Physiological Emotional Social Cognitive Physical Spiritual
what is some Information gathered that is geared towards the external strengths in what we need to know about their environment ?
Family Home World expectations Opportunities for inclusion Community resources Friends and acquaintances Community resources
what is a focused ecological assessment?
Looks at the participants abilities in relation to the demands in which he or she will be included for recreation
How do we bridge the gap between the participant and their environment to ensure successful participation?
Goals
Modifications
Supports
Strategies etc.
What are the 5 focused ecological assessment steps?
Task analyze the preferred recreation activitity
Identify the abilities
Identify the gaps
Identify services, interventions and supports (that will bridge that gap)
Develop participates plan
how many steps does the focused ecological assessment have?
5
in comparison give 2 things about Broad Ecological Assessment
Participant and environmental strengths
Participant leisure experiences
in comparison give 2 things about focused ecological assessment
focused on a specific goal
Bridging the gap so that participates can successfully participate
what are the advantages of ecological assessment ?
Person centered- person in their environment
Allows greater understanding of participant and their concepts
Provides directions for supports and services
Strengths based and authentic
Uses multiple methods(interview, observation, recording tools, tests/questionnaires
what are some disadvantages of ecological assessment ?
Time consuming
TR might have difficulty assessing participants in all environments
what are some current stats of TR Assessments study conducted by Kemeny, Hutchinson and Cooke?
80.0 % of respondents reported completing individualized assessments for their clients
The most frequently used assessment tools were the TRAA , followed by the lesuire assessment inventory
What some reason why the TR did not perform individualized client assessments?
Client shortened length of stay- _9%
Large caseloads per staff members- _18%
No agency requirement for a specific TR assessment- _31%
Only certain groups are assessed (by referral only)- __14%
Individualized assessment does not fit due to group focus- __22%
No assessment tool that suites the clientele- __6%
what are the 10 Issues with assessment implementation
- Lack of an adequate number of T.R. assessments for the variety of T.R. settings and participants
- Lack of high quality assessments that accurately measure behaviours and attitudes important to T.R. practice.
- Lack of assessment resources about where / how to obtain tools
- Lack of financial resources to purchase appropriate tools
- Lack of practitioner expertise in electing, administering, scoring, and interpreting results
- failing to match assessment information gathered with appropriate placement in to programs / services.
- Failing to measure change using the same assessment instruments.
- Shortened length of intervention for participants
- Increased job duties, leaving less time for assessment.
- Lack of opportunities for updated training.
what are some challenges a TR practitioner can face during the assessment ?
Become as informed as possible about assessment
Look for formal professional development opportunities re: assessment
Observe / consult with peers in the field about what works for them
Engage in self reflective practice about your assessment processes. What could you be doing better?
what are narrative notes?
A form of progress note
Very few format and structure guidelines
Other staff must read entire note, can be time consuming
Therefore, knowing what to document is key!
what is the content of narrative notes?
Progress towards attainment of client goal
Regression from attainment of client goal
New patterns of behaviour
Consistency of behaviour
Verbal information provided by the client
Successful or unsuccessful attempts at a task
Appropriate or inappropriate interactions with staff, peers, visitors
Client responses to questions, instructions, requests
Initiative with actions, ideas, problem-solving, decision making
Follow-through or lack of follow-through with commitment
what is the frequency of process notes based on ?
Agency regulations and requirements (i.e. daily, weekly)
TR staff-time usage (documentation time should be scheduled into your daily routine)
Delivery of quality services (timely documentation helps to facilitate communication amongst staff members
what are the 10’s of documentation ?
confidential consecutive contemporary correct centered on the participant collaborative complete comprehensive concise clear
Narrate this :
George attended painting program but was not able to hold a regular paint brush due to arthritis
TR gave George an adaptive paint brush with a thicker handle and he was able to continue painting
On April 9th, George attended a painting program. George appeared to have a good time and was socializing with peers. During the program, George found it difficult to hold a regular paint brush due to his arthritis. The TR recognized George’s difficulties. The TR provided George with an adaptive paint brush with a thicker handle which allowed him to continue painting. George successfully completed his painting. For future recreation opportunities within the painting program, George will have his own adaptive paint brush
Narrate this:
On April 9th Betty was asked to join the TR and other residents for “coffee and news” where her and other residents would drink coffee and discuss the local daily news. Betty declined the invitations to the the outing. TR noticed that Betty had not been coming to all group programs lately. Betty is a woman that usually participates yet suffers from great depression. Betty has been staying in her room with lights of and curtains closed. TR has discussed Betty’s performance to charge nurse which will refer Betty to the doctor and have the Doctor look at Bettys behaviours. TR will continue to visit Betty daily and encourage Betty to participate in daily activities.
Implementation involves what?
Following through with the intervention plan by offering the programs outlined
Documenting information about the participant during the process
Regardless of your setting (healthcare/community based) documentation is critical to communication, collaboration, rigorous evaluation, and service improvement.
True or false; a common expression in documentation is: if its not in writing, it didn’t happen
true
Documentation involves putting in writing the different elements of the therapeutic recreation process. What components are included?
Referral Assessment Summary Intervention Plan Progress reports/notes Incident reports Plan updates Discharge summaries
what does the acronym SOAP stand for?
Subjective- info from the client
objective- info based from tr
assessment- conclusions based on TR’s professional opinion based on subjective and objective findings
plan- the measures taken to achieve a desired result
What are the 5 reasons why documentation in important?
Helps assure quality services
Facilitates collaboration with team and participant
Legal record
Ensures compliance with standards
Provides “PR for TR ” (Promoting what we are doing)
Frequency of documentation is determined by what?
Agency/departmental guidelines or requirements_
Staff time available
Opportunity for verbal communication between staff_
Occurrences which require documentation_
What are the 5 C’s of documentation
Comprehensive
collaborative
centered on the participant
contemporary
consecutive
what are DARP notes?
Type of “focus charting”
Focuses on important elements of services (goals & objectives)
what are the benefits of DARP Notes
Ensures accountability
Enhances efficiency (avoid repetition)
Improves communication
what does the “D” stand for in DARP notes
D = Data (What the participant said; what behaviours or factual data you observe; your conclusions or interpretation
what does the “A” stand for in DARP notes?
A = Action (What you did)