Profession's 7 Core Concepts

Question 1

7 Core Concepts

Answer 1

• altruism
• equality
• freedom
• justice
• dignity
• truth
• prudence

Question 2

Altruism

Answer 2

“The individual’s ability to place the needs of others before their own.”

Question 3

Equality

Answer 3

“The desire to promote fairness in interactions with others.”

Question 4

Freedom

Answer 4

“The desires of the client must guide [occupational therapy practitioner’s] interventions.”

Question 5

Justice

Answer 5

Relating “in a fair and impartial manner to individuals with whom they interact and respect and adhere to the applicable laws and standards regarding their area of practice.”

Question 6

Dignity

Answer 6

Treating each client respectfully and as an individual by enabling the client “to engage in occupations that are meaningful…regardless of level of disability.”

Question 7

Truth

Answer 7

“In all situations, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and students must provide accurate information, both in oral and written form.”

Question 8

Prudence

Answer 8

Use of “clinical and ethical reasoning skills, sound judgment, and reflection to make decisions” within the occupational therapy practitioner’s area of practice.”