Lecture 12b Flashcards
1
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OT driving assessment
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Off road testing
- Interview, vision, physical
- On road testing
- Dual control vehicle with driving instructor, standardised route and tasks
2
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OT role for driving and driving cessation
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- Education about responsibilities, strategies for safe driving
- Duty of care in relation to guidelines
- Steering towards future planning
- Assessment and education about community mobility (driving, alternative transport, pedestrian safety)
3
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Key issues in driving cessation process
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- Loss of independence
- Adjustment period
- Stressful for family
4
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OT role in sexual function and intimacy
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- Increasing basic self-esteem
- Consider sexuality as an ADL/occupation
- PLISSIT model
5
Q
What is the PLISSIT model?
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Intensive therapy
Specific suggestions
Limited information
Permission
6
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Permission
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Reassuring clients that their actions and feelings are normal and acceptable
- Let them know that expressing sexual concerns is okay
ALL OTs
7
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Limited information
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People with specific questions may require some information
- Dispelling myths
- Facts about impact of disability on sexuality and sexual function
ALL OTs
8
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Specific suggestions
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- Aimed at solving a specific problem
- Requires more knowledge, time and skill from the therapist
- Meet with their client and partner to identify problem and goals
OTs WITH SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
9
Q
Intensive therapy
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- For problems beyond the scope of specific questions
- Specialised treatment skills that are beyond the scope of most OTs
- Referral to psychologist or sex therapist
SPECIALIST TRAINED OTs
10
Q
Role of OT in parenting
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- Create the space for a conversation about the difficulties/potential difficulties
- Observe or have the client describe situations
- Develop collaborative goals
11
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Role of OT in caring for a baby
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- Facilitating attachment
- Facilitating physical care
- Providing adaptive baby care equipment
- Teach adaptive techniques and strategies
