Occupational Therapy Process
An Occupational Therapist works systematically through a sequence of actions known as the occupational therapy process. There are several versions of this process as described by numerous writers, although all include the basic components of evaluation, intervention, and outcomes. Creek has sought to provide a comprehensive version based on extensive research which has 11 stages.
The Canadian Practice Process Framework (CPPF), has eight action points and three contextual elements.
Fearing, Law, and Clark suggested a 7 stage process. A central element of this process model is the focus on identifying both client and therapists strengths and resources prior to beginning to develop the outcomes and action plan.
The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process (2nd edition) (AOTA, 2008) presents a 3 stage process, and includes interrelated constructs that define and guide practice.
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