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The Core Concepts of Occupational Therapy

Author : Jennifer Creek
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 0857003623
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (57 download)

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Download or read book The Core Concepts of Occupational Therapy written by Jennifer Creek and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2010-02-15 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The profession of occupational therapy has a highly specialised language, but until now there have been no standard definitions of its key terms. Based on the work of the terminology project group of the European Network of Occupational Therapy in Higher Education (ENOTHE), this book selects and defines the core building blocks of occupational therapy theory. Consensus definitions of a wide range of terms are developed through an analysis of published definitions from around the world. Concepts with similar meanings are clustered into groups, and the clusters are then arranged into a conceptual map. The book provides an analysis of what each term means in common usage, how it is used in occupational therapy, and its implications for therapeutic practice. The conceptual framework that emerges represents an important contribution to the profession's understanding of the fundamental concepts of occupational therapy. The consensus definitions presented in this book will facilitate communication between professionals as well as with clients and others, and will be of interest to occupational therapy practitioners, students, educators and researchers.

Concepts of Occupational Therapy

Author : Kathlyn L. Reed
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN 13 : 9780683304541
Total Pages : 550 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (45 download)

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Book Synopsis Concepts of Occupational Therapy by : Kathlyn L. Reed

Download or read book Concepts of Occupational Therapy written by Kathlyn L. Reed and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 1999 with total page 550 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Fourth Edition presents the major ideas which form the core knowledge, skills, and attitudes of the occupational therapy profession today by analyzing conceptual (theoretical) and practice (application) models. The models are related to both the practice of occupational therapy and the process of delivering occupational therapy services. Seven existing models and eight new and developing models are presented, along with a historical background of the major concepts, and expanded case studies. Compatibility: BlackBerry(R) OS 4.1 or Higher / iPhone/iPod Touch 2.0 or Higher /Palm OS 3.5 or higher / Palm Pre Classic / Symbian S60, 3rd edition (Nokia) / Windows Mobile(TM) Pocket PC (all versions) / Windows Mobile Smartphone / Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP/Vista/Tablet PC

Concepts in Occupational Therapy- Understanding Southern Perspectives

Author : Sebestina Anita Dsouza
Publisher : Manipal Universal Press
ISBN 13 : 9789382460671
Total Pages : 424 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (66 download)

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Download or read book Concepts in Occupational Therapy- Understanding Southern Perspectives written by Sebestina Anita Dsouza and published by Manipal Universal Press. This book was released on 2017-10 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "[The book] attempts to facilitate contextually relevant interpretation and application of core occupational science and occupational therapy concepts from the vantage point of academics in the Global South. With around 30 authors mostly from India and South Africa, the book offers diverse insights into the socioeconomic, cultural and political factors influencing occupational therapy practice in the southern region. It describes the profession's development in India and South Africa. It elucidates the core skills, values and attitudes essential for practice, and more importantly, discusses the challenges to and opportunities for the profession in the Global South."--Back cover.

Occupational Therapy

Author : Alice J. Punwar
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN 13 : 9780683304534
Total Pages : 324 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (45 download)

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Book Synopsis Occupational Therapy by : Alice J. Punwar

Download or read book Occupational Therapy written by Alice J. Punwar and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2000 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written in a casual, narrative style, this edition has been updated with five new chapters, new case studies, new clinical stories, and discussion questions focusing on ethical, legal, and interpersonal issues. The text introduces students to the field of occupational therapy and to career opportunities in the field. Using clinical examples and case studies, this edition provides a realistic look at the complementary roles of the registered occupational therapist (OTR) and the certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA). Occupational Therapy: Principles and Practice illustrates the OT process within various practice settings, including the acute care hospital, public school, and home health practice. Other topics include current and prospective issues in the field, the U.S. health care system, influences/implications of managed care on the profession, and the international OT market. All charts/tables reflect current statistics.This edition differs significantly from the earlier edition by the addition of a second author, Professor Suzanne Peloquin, PhD, a recognized authority in her field. Dr. Peloquin recounts stories from occupational therapy history and offers unique insights into current practice.

Willard and Spackman's Occupational Therapy

Author : Barbara Schell
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN 13 : 1975125649
Total Pages : 1264 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (751 download)

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Download or read book Willard and Spackman's Occupational Therapy written by Barbara Schell and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2018-09-04 with total page 1264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celebrating 100 years of the Occupational Therapy profession, this Centennial Edition of Willard & Spackman’s Occupational Therapy continues to live up to its well-earned reputation as the foundational book that welcomes students into their newly chosen profession. Now fully updated to reflect current practice, the 13th Edition remains the must-have resource that students that will use throughout their entire OT program, from class to fieldwork and throughout their careers. One of the top texts informing the NBCOT certification exam, it is a must have for new practitioners.

Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process

Author : Aota
Publisher : AOTA Press
ISBN 13 : 9781569003619
Total Pages : 51 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (36 download)

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Download or read book Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process written by Aota and published by AOTA Press. This book was released on 2014 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As occupational therapy celebrates its centennial in 2017, attention returns to the profession's founding belief in the value of therapeutic occupations as a way to remediate illness and maintain health. The founders emphasized the importance of establishing a therapeutic relationship with each client and designing an intervention plan based on the knowledge about a client's context and environment, values, goals, and needs. Using today's lexicon, the profession's founders proposed a vision for the profession that was occupation based, client centered, and evidence based--the vision articulated in the third edition of the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process. The Framework is a must-have official document from the American Occupational Therapy Association. Intended for occupational therapy practitioners and students, other health care professionals, educators, researchers, payers, and consumers, the Framework summarizes the interrelated constructs that describe occupational therapy practice. In addition to the creation of a new preface to set the tone for the work, this new edition includes the following highlights: a redefinition of the overarching statement describing occupational therapy's domain; a new definition of clients that includes persons, groups, and populations; further delineation of the profession's relationship to organizations; inclusion of activity demands as part of the process; and even more up-to-date analysis and guidance for today's occupational therapy practitioners. Achieving health, well-being, and participation in life through engagement in occupation is the overarching statement that describes the domain and process of occupational therapy in the fullest sense. The Framework can provide the structure and guidance that practitioners can use to meet this important goal.

Fundamentals of Occupational Therapy

Author : Bernadette Hattjar
Publisher : Slack
ISBN 13 : 9781617115981
Total Pages : 300 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (159 download)

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Download or read book Fundamentals of Occupational Therapy written by Bernadette Hattjar and published by Slack. This book was released on 2018-11-15 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Occupational Therapy

Author : Charles Christiansen
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 688 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Occupational Therapy written by Charles Christiansen and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 688 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Highly valued by both therapists and educators, Occupational Therapy: Performance, Participation, and Well-Being has been integral to the evolution of occupational therapy services and functions. Incorporated within this impressive third edition are new features and topics that shape the modern era in occupational therapy practice. Senior editors Charles H. Christiansen and Carolyn M. Baum, along with contributing editor Julie Bass-Haugen have worked collectively to go beyond the presentation of occupational therapy theories. The third edition uses a more learner-friendly approach by explaining how the theories apply in various practice settings. This format enables students, instructors, and practitioners to connect the crucial link between theory and practice. Charles H. Christiansen, Carolyn M. Baum, and Julie Bass-Haugen have organized the first section in a manner that first develops and then establishes a clear understanding of human occupation. Section Two makes explicit the Person-Environment-Occupation-Performance Model that can be used at an individual, organization, or population level. Section Three covers current and emerging trends and introduces major intervention strategies that are used in the field, as well as comprehensive literature support for use in occupational therapy practice. Occupational Therapy: Performance, Participation, and Well-Being, Third Edition is designed to be used in all curricula in occupational therapy by providing a framework for educational preparation that addresses the ACOTE Accreditation Standards. A variety of helpful features are provided that will evoke classroom discussion and direct the students toward evidence to guide their clinical reasoning. New Topics: Social justice and advocacy roles for occupational therapy. The value of occupational therapy in fulfilling society's current and future needs. Occupational performance in person, community, and organizational contexts. The important and emerging area of community health. A useful framework for intervention planning. Features: An impressive appendix comparing the language of the International Classification of Functioning and Disability, the PEOP Model, and the American Occupational Therapy Practice Framework. A valuable description of the terms most frequently used in occupational therapy prepared by occupational therapy's noted scholar and historian Dr. Kathlyn Reed. Contributions from 28 of the most renowned experts in occupational therapy. A reflection section at the end of each chapter to reinforce important topics. Active learning activities for individuals and groups to assist with the application of theories to practice. Internet-based activities are included as part of the active learning exercises. Evidence worksheets to demonstrate the application of evidence to practice. Look to the standard textbook in occupational therapy to understand today's services and functions and tomorrow's possibilities. Visit www.efacultylounge.com for supplemental information for Occupational Therapy: Performance, Participation, and Well-Being, Third Edition

Using Occupational Therapy Models in Practice

Author : Merrill June Turpin
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0702048461
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (2 download)

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Download or read book Using Occupational Therapy Models in Practice written by Merrill June Turpin and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2011-10-24 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a succinct and practical guide for students and practitioners applying occupational therapy models in the field. It provides an overview of the common models in practice and bridges the gap between theoretical texts on conceptual models and the immediate demands of practice. It describes occupational therapists' use of models within the realities of practice in a variety of contexts and takes the approach that practice models can be used as tools to guide clinical reasoning. Provides an in-depth overview of 9 different models which can easily be compared and contrasted Highlights the vital relationship between clinical reasoning and the practical use of models Includes tools such as clinical reasoning memory aids, diagrams and major references Presents models in the context of their culturally and historically situated development Written by internationally renowned occupational therapists who are well experienced in applying models to practice

Occupational Therapy and Inclusive Design

Author : Margaret Conway
Publisher : Wiley-Blackwell
ISBN 13 : 9781405127073
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (27 download)

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Download or read book Occupational Therapy and Inclusive Design written by Margaret Conway and published by Wiley-Blackwell. This book was released on 2008-06-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Occupational Therapy and Inclusive Design provides occupational therapy practitioners and students with the ability to confidently problem solve, clinically reason and make sound professional judgements regarding the suitability of products/artefacts and environments for their clients. The relevance of design concepts to Occupational Therapy are illustrated in a broad context with reference to the folklore of disability and disability discourse, the profession's philosophy, conceptual models of practice, relevant legislation and review of Health and Social Care discourse. Ergonomic tools and techniques for practice are reviewed and related to the seven principles of Universal Design. Case scenarios are presented and illustrated with pictures and drawings to guide the reader through the inclusive design process as it relates to occupational therapists in a variety of settings. Additionally, the book aims to give a voice to occupational therapists as specifiers of equipment, property adaptations and increasingly, as advisors to new dwelling and other building projects, with the aim of influencing manufacturers and building agencies in the adoption of inclusive design principles at the product/building design phase. This publication's unique focus is to present an integrated account of the relevant policy supporting service provision, in conjunction with core Occupational Therapy philosophy and the application of principles of Universal Design to case scenarios.

Psychosocial Conceptual Practice Models in Occupational Therapy

Author : Moses N. Ikiugu
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323041825
Total Pages : 512 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (23 download)

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Book Synopsis Psychosocial Conceptual Practice Models in Occupational Therapy by : Moses N. Ikiugu

Download or read book Psychosocial Conceptual Practice Models in Occupational Therapy written by Moses N. Ikiugu and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the occupational therapy paradigm (its focal viewpoint, core constructs, and values) as well as the role of complexity/chaos theory as a scientific framework for occupational therapy research and practice. Unlike other current OT texts, this book uses clinical case examples to illustrate application of proposed changes to make procedures consistent with the latest Occupational Therapy Practice Framework. The reader walks away with a clear grasp of the theoretical principles guiding his or her treatment interventions, the explanations behind those principles, and the applicable intervention for said techniques and procedures. An emphasis on clinical-reasoning skills, including information on different types of reasoning skills as well as the MAPP model of teaching helps the student and clinician translate theoretical principles into practice.The section on specific interventions addresses each of the conceptual practice models according to a consistent chapter template, which enables the reader to apply conceptual practice models in real-world contexts. Preview questions at the beginning of each chapter alert the reader to important concepts in the upcoming text.Critical analysis of the theoretical core provides suggested modifications to increase consistency with the new occupational therapy paradigm.

International Handbook of Occupational Therapy Interventions

Author : Ingrid Söderback
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319081411
Total Pages : 900 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (19 download)

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Download or read book International Handbook of Occupational Therapy Interventions written by Ingrid Söderback and published by Springer. This book was released on 2014-11-25 with total page 900 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Advanced therapies and technologies, new service delivery methods, and care upgrades in underserved areas are translating into improved quality of life for millions with disabilities. Occupational therapy parallels this progress at the individual level, balancing short-term recovery and adaptation with long-term independence and well-being. This Second Edition of the International Handbook of Occupational Therapy Interventions builds on its ground-breaking predecessor by modelling current clinical standards rooted in scientific evidence-based practice. Its interventions are applied to a diverse range of client disabilities, with many new or rewritten chapters on workplace and vehicle accommodations, smart home technologies, end-of-life planning, and other salient topics. New introductory chapters spotlight core competencies in the field, from assessing client needs and choosing appropriate interventions to evaluating programs and weighing priorities. And for increased educational value, interactive case studies allow readers an extra avenue for honing clinical reasoning and decision-making skills. Of particular note is a new chapter providing a taxonomy—the Occupational Therapy Intervention Framework—and a validation study of its categories and concepts, delineating the occupational therapist’s roles and the expected outcomes. Intervention areas featured in the Handbook include: ● Adaptive interventions, OTs manage and facilitate clients’ adaptations. ● Learning interventions, OTs teach and the clients learn or relearn. ● Enabling interventions, OTs enable clients to be meaningfully occupied. ● Preventing interventions, OTs prevent ill-health and promote clients’ ability to sustain health in daily life. The Second Edition of the International Handbook of Occupational Therapy Interventions is career-affirming reading for all members of rehabilitation teams, including occupational and physical therapists and rehabilitation nurses. Students intending to enter this growing field and professionals working toward its continued improvement will find it useful and inspiring.

Ryan's Occupational Therapy Assistant

Author : Karen Sladyk
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 536 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ryan's Occupational Therapy Assistant written by Karen Sladyk and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The classic foundation work developed by Sally Ryan, COTA, ROH, has been completely revised and updated to reflect current healthcare trends. The reformulation of Ryan's Occupational Therapy Assistant: Principles, Practice Issues and Techniques, Third Edition includes occupation-based case studies that highlight the didactic material presented in each chapter, along with an updated style of information. Four sections make up the new integrated text. The first section looks at important foundation concepts such as history, uniform technology, and the occupational therapy process. The second section introduces readers to people who are experiencing the challenges of disabilities. The chapters provide general information about the disabilities, as well as essential vocabulary and key concepts. The third section provides information on the "doing" of occupational therapy. Foundation treatment techniques are introduced so readers can master basic skills and continue to research current practice. Lastly, the fourth section focuses on the management aspects of an OTA's professional life. How-to information, as well as professional development, is the focus of this section.

Essential Concepts of Occupation for Occupational Therapy

Author : Charles Christiansen
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781003242185
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (421 download)

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Download or read book Essential Concepts of Occupation for Occupational Therapy written by Charles Christiansen and published by . This book was released on 2023-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Essential Concepts of Occupation for Occupational Therapy is an accessible introduction to vital concepts in occupational science for the occupational therapy practitioner or student. It invites therapists to view and understand their clients differently- by using an "occupational lens" to focus on the lives of their clients as everyday doers. It addresses the key questions at the heart of understanding humans as occupational beings: What do people typically do? And, where, when, how, why and with whom do they do it? These questions organize the key concepts from occupational science that form the first chapters of this book, enabling therapists to better understand their clients-and enabling their clients to better understand the importance of occupation to their well-being. Additional chapters clearly describe how therapists can use occupation-based models to apply an expanded view of occupation and make evaluation and intervention more relevant and beneficial to their clients. A final chapter examines trends and lifestyle changes occurring in the 21st century to anticipate how these might impact future practice. Through use of engaging and thoughtful cases that illustrate many of the concepts, this guide will help practitioners clearly understand their clients as doers, while also providing enhanced ways for therapist to confidently apply these concepts in practice"--

Occupational Group Therapy

Author : Rosemary Crouch
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 111959152X
Total Pages : 91 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (195 download)

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Download or read book Occupational Group Therapy written by Rosemary Crouch and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-04-14 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: OCCUPATIONAL GROUP THERAPY Occupational Group Therapy helps group leaders achieve a higher and more dynamic level of therapeutic intervention, gain a better understanding of foundational concepts and research, and utilise active techniques that have meaningful and lasting effects on their clients. This practical guide encourages readers to use and develop their skills creatively in a range of interventions, including hospital-based work with acutely ill clients, physical acute care, and rehabilitation. The text presents both the theoretical background and practical applications of occupational group therapy: core skills and concepts, styles of group leadership, clinical and ethical reasoning, and different models of therapy such as the functional group model, the model of human occupation (MOHO), and the occupational therapy interactive group model (OTIGM), alongside warm-up and ice-breaker techniques, role-play exercises, assertiveness and social skills training strategies, guidance on using psychodrama and the therapeutic spiral model (TSM) in group settings, and more. Develops the skills and self-confidence occupational therapists need to be effective group leaders Covers the functional and performance aspects necessary for occupational therapy intervention, including client handling, and structuring and communication skills. Discusses new ways of addressing common concerns and issues in various intervention settings Offers ideas and techniques for using higher-level interventions, such as psychodrama and the Therapeutic Spiral model Helps readers to design effective group experiences that allow their clients to “work on themselves” both inside and outside of the group Written by an esteemed expert with decades of practical experience in the field, with a chapter from Louise Fouché, an accomplished occupational group therapist and developer of OTIGM, and foreword by Professor Emerita Sharon Brintnell, former President of World Federation of Occupational Therapy (WFOT): Occupational Group Therapy is a must-have teaching manual and guide for undergraduate and post-graduate occupational therapy students, and for practitioners looking to increase their use of group work as a therapeutic intervention.

Essential Concepts of Occupation for Occupational Therapy

Author : Charles Christiansen
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1000993531
Total Pages : 161 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (9 download)

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Download or read book Essential Concepts of Occupation for Occupational Therapy written by Charles Christiansen and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2023-11-30 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essential Concepts of Occupation for Occupational Therapy is an accessible introduction to vital concepts in occupational science for the occupational therapy practitioner or student. It invites therapists to view and understand their clients differently—by using an “occupational lens” to focus on the lives of their clients as everyday doers. It addresses the key questions at the heart of understanding humans as occupational beings: What do people typically do? And, where, when, how, why, and with whom do they do it? These questions organize the key concepts from occupational science that form the first chapters of this book, enabling therapists to better understand their clients—and enabling their clients to better understand the importance of occupation to their well-being. Additional chapters clearly describe how therapists can use occupation-based models to apply an expanded view of occupation and make evaluation and intervention more relevant and beneficial to their clients. A final chapter examines trends and lifestyle changes occurring in the 21st century to anticipate how these might impact future practice. Through use of engaging and thoughtful cases that illustrate many of the concepts, this guide will help practitioners clearly understand their clients as doers, while also providing enhanced ways for therapist to confidently apply these concepts in practice.

Occupational Therapy

Author : Alice J. Punwar
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 308 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Occupational Therapy written by Alice J. Punwar and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 1994 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written in casual, narrative style, this edition contains five new chapters, new case studies, new clinical stories, and discussion questions focusing on ethical, legal, and interpersonal issues. The text introduces students to occupational therapy and to career opportunities in the field. Using clinical examples and case studies, this edition provides a realistic look at the complementary roles of the registered occupational therapist (OTR) and the certified occupational therapy assistants (COTA). Occupational Therapy: Principles and Practice illustrates the OT process within various practice settings, including the acute care hospital, public school, and home health practice. Other topics include current and prospective issues in the field, the U.S. health care system, influences/implications of managed care, and the international OT market. All charts/tables reflect current statistics.