O&A Q&A Exam 1 Flashcards
Refers to an activity of everyday life, named, organized and given value and meaning by individuals and a culture. (i.e. Everything people do to occupy themselves. Viewed as both a means and an end.)
Occupation
How are activities billed in a ALF (Assisted Living Facility)
Through room fees.
What does CTRS stand for?
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
1) Adequate level and balance of normal activity to promote and sustain health. 2) Normal activity needs/problem specific 3) Ongoing 4) May or may not see changes.
Purposes of OT in ACTIVITIES.
1) Activity used to alleviate functional problems resulting from medical or developmental conditions or decreased environmental stimulation. 2) Problem specific 3) Time limited 4) See changes in client function.
Purposes of OT in INTERVENTION.
How are activities selected?
Client centered – Based on individualized assessments of the clients’ needs and interests. (for both activities and OT intervention)
Multiple chronic diseases or conditions affecting overall health.
Comorbidity
Loss in mental or physical function.
Impairment
Aimed at limiting functional impairment from progressing in an individual with chronic conditions (like MS).
Tertiary prevention
Inability to perform tasks due to decreased mental or physical ability. (i.e. - unable to open kitchen cabinet)
Functional limitation
A program to keep skills from deteriorating (i.e. - daily exercises).
Maintenance rehabilitation
Brenda’s definition: A practice which undermines living well in older adulthood. (Everyone else’s definition: Stereotyping and discriminating against individuals or groups on the basis of their age. This may be casual or systematic)
Ageism
Gender based substantial decreased income.
Feminization of poverty
Urban designs that offer access to transportation, housing, neighborhood services, and social/health related services.
Liveable communities
Determined by ability to carry out ADLs and live independently.
Functional age
