Older Adult considerations for Evaluations &

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Interventions in OT w/Lab This course explores the evaluation of occupational performance, performance components, and occupational environments among older adult populations. Typical occupational performance problems evaluated by occupational therapists will be investigated. Issues related to screening, assessment, and evaluation, will be addressed. The implementation theory and frames of reference related to occupation -based interventions for geriatric persons with physical, neurological, cognitive, and psychosocial disorders or injuries will be explored and applied. Students will review and integrate current best evidence related to interventions supporting participation and performance in meaningful occupations and productive aging.