ISP: Philosophical principles Flashcards
- Set of basic principles and concepts underlying somebody’s practice or conduct.
philosophy
- Set of values, beliefs, truths and principles that guide the practitioners actions.
professional philosophy
- It is where theories, models of practice, frames of reference and intervention approaches that guide OT practice are derived from.
professional philosophy
- Questions concerned with nature of human kind
metaphysical
Views a person, not by part, but as a WHOLE.
Holistic view of humankind
- Can control and determine their own behavior and change it as they desire
humans as active beins
Continuous interaction between person and environment
open system
- Refers to ordinary and familiar things that people do everyday
- Should be meaningful to a person
- Contributes to well being
humans as occupational beings
- Related to the nature, origin and limits of human knowledge
epistemology
- “How do we know things & How do we do things”
epistemology
A dynamic and harmonious interaction of biological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual elements.
Holistic view of humankind
learning through experiences: feeling, thinking, doing
human learning
sense of time: past present and future
human learning
Using PURPOSEFUL Activities to improve or maintain health.
Creating OPPORTUNITIES for Learning
- Desired outcome or product of intervention
- It is derived from the person’s values, experiences and culture.
occupation as an end
- Use of a specific occupation to bring about change in the client’s performance.
- May be equivalent to activity
occupation as a means
A change in function that promotes survival and self- actualization.
Human’s Potential for Adaptation
Promotes mastery to the environment which contributes to a feeling of competency.
Human’s Potential for Adaptation
Utilizes “…feedback from both human and non-human objects.”
Human’s Potential for Adaptation
the philosophical study of goodness, or value
axiology
The client, his/her family and significant others as active participants throughout the therapeutic process.
client-centered care
A belief that a client should be treated as a person, not an object.
humanism
what are the 7 core values of OT practice
altruism, freedom, justice, equality, truth, prudence, dignity
Unselfish concern for the welfare of others.
altruism
- Treating all individuals equally
- Attitude of fairness and impartiality
- Respecting each individual’s beliefs, values, and lifestyle.
equality
An individual’s right to exercise choice and to demonstrate independence, initiative and self-direction.
freedom
Provide support and encouragement to nurture inherent potential. * Less controlling and directing, more of nurturing.
freedom
All OT practitioners should abide by the law that govern the practice and to respect the legal rights of the client.
Justice
Emphasis is given to the uniqueness of each individual. * Empathy and respect for each person.
dignity
Behavior should be accountable, honest, accurate and maintains professional competence.
truthfulness
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment, care and discretion.
prudence
