Occupational Therapy Practice in Physical Dysfunction

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This course examines theoretical information underlying occupational therapy practice in physical disabilities. Practice models, guidelines for practice and frames of reference are discussed with regard to theoretical base, assessments, principles of intervention, and applicability to specific client populations. Students will design occupation based interventions, and develop therapeutic skills to implement, and to plan for necessary monitoring of the interventions for health and wellness through prevention, adaptation and compensation for those who will be served in a wide variety of contexts.