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Question 1

what is DDDM

Answer 1

provides a framework for reasoning through the occupational therapy process with a focus on utilization of data to guide and measure outcomes

Question 2

what does DDDM involve

Answer 2

Collecting outcomes data and tracking it over time

Question 3

what is DDDM used for

Answer 3

Demonstrating intervention effectiveness

Question 4

what are the steps for DDDM

Answer 4

6 steps
1.Define the concern
2. Select measurement
strategy
3. Determine the current level of performance (Baseline)
4. Set the goal
5. Develop a chart
6. Develop a decision-making plan for use during service provision

Question 5

How should the concern be defined

Answer 5

Alterable: performance can be changed
Specific: When and how long concern occurs
Observable: Performance can be seen
Measurable: Can be measured by various strategies such as counting or timing

Question 6

what are the measurement strategies

Answer 6

Duration (length of time
Frequency (increase or decrease performance)
Accuracy (does not happen correctly