OTA 100 - Ch. 1 Intro

Question 1

occupation vs. activity vs. task

Answer 1

Occupation = activity that gives meaning and identity; ie: mother

Activity = thing done as part of an occupation; ie: cooking (as a mother)

Task = basic unit of an action/activity; ie: mixing batter (part of cooking)

Question 2

contrived activities

Answer 2

Made-up activities that my include some of the same skills required for an occupation. Simulates actual activity, helps get client ready. Ex: using doll to practice before tying own shoes.

Question 3

function

Answer 3

action for which a person is fit; the ability to perform.

Question 4

preparatory activities

Answer 4

activities which help the client ready for the purposeful activity; ROM, exercise, strengthening/stretching, etc.

Question 5

purposeful activity

Answer 5

activity meaningful to client and used during intervention that is goal-directed and typically involves an end product (ie: making a sandwich as part of making lunch).

Question 6

occupational performance

Answer 6

ability to carry out ADLs and one’s occupations that result from interaction among client, context, and activity.

Question 7

2 Sections of OTPFIII Framework

Answer 7

1. DOMAIN: Outlines profession’s purview and areas in which members have established body of knowledge and expertise (We work in this aspect.).
2. PROCESS: Dynamic occupation and client-centered process used in the delivery of OT services.