The Occupational Performance History Interview (OPHI)

Question 1

what are the 5 content areas

Answer 1

1. Occupational Roles
2. Daily Routine
3. Occupational Settings
4. Activity
5. Critical Life Events

Question 2

what are the 2 different parts

Answer 2

1. interview

2. rating scales

Question 3

what are the 3 different rating scales

Answer 3

1. occupational identity scale
2. occupational competence scale
3. occupational settings

Question 4

what is the life history narrative form

Answer 4

graph recording life events

Question 5

when can it be used

Answer 5

• over 12 years of age
• transitional living programs
• vocational rehab
• long term mental health programs

Question 6

when is the OPHI not suitable

Answer 6

• children

- when unable to see the client for a long term period

Question 7

pros

Answer 7

• structured way to gather detailed history
• allows time for clarification
• therapeutic in completing

Question 8

cons

Answer 8

• takes an hour to complete

- does not work for individuals who cannot verbalise or have little insight