An occupational therapist uses a visual analog pain scale to assess a patient diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, who presents with chronic pain and swelling in both hands and wrists. Together, the therapist and patient have identified pain management as a targeted outcome. Pain management is best categorized under which of the following occupational domains?
Read DetailsLiz is a 68-year-old who was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. She has experienced pain and stiffness to her neck, bilateral upper and lower extremities. She has difficulty safely navigating more than 4 to 6 steps in her 2 story home and tends to stay on the first floor of her home most of the time to avoid going up and down the stairs in her home. Putting on a bra, washing her hair and putting on pullover shirts have become increasingly difficult for her. As a result Liz has stopped attending programs at the local senior center. Which is the most appropriate prioritized problem list?
Read DetailsA client has been referred to occupational therapy for rehabilitation following a right hip fracture sustained from a fall caused by tripping on a sidewalk crack outside her building. She will be discharged home, where she lives alone, after completing her rehabilitation. She expresses anxiety about falling again and anticipates limiting her community mobility by avoiding trips outside her apartment until the pavement is repaired. Which of the following represents the most appropriate prioritized problem list for the occupational therapist to consider for establishing OT goals for this client?
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