Motivation

Question 1

Process of motivation

Answer 1

• unsatisfied need
• activated need
• activated behaviour response
• satisfied need

Question 2

Assessing, evaluating, condition, motivation, volition

Answer 2

• person’s motivation cannot be seen or measured, but a HIGH or a LOW motive manifests itself in a person’s behaviour

Question 3

What does a person with high motivation show

Answer 3

• interests in people and objects in the environment
• is prepared to tackle tasks
• often initiates atsks
• good ability for decision making
• works purposefully
• can handle delay satisfaction
• good quality if task execution
• satisfaction and enjoyment
• shows perseverance
• has definite ideals and value systems
• high energy levels
• gladly learns new activities
• does not work at snail pace, but does not hurry through tasks at expense of quality

Question 4

Possible reasons for low drive

Answer 4

• lower needs not satisfied
• pain
• failure
• ineffective behavior
• low levels of energy
• physical illness
• psychiatric illness which affects the limbic system
• chemical agents
• alcohol

Question 5

How to evaluate

Answer 5

• orientated with regards to context of client
• methodology: interview, obser action during activity participation, co-lateral
• write up- get clarity about the evidence
• develop conclusion and provide feedback (report, ward rounds etc…)