Evaluation
“The evaluation process is focused on finding out what the client wants and needs to do; determining what the client can do and has done; and identifying supports and barriers to health, well-being, and participation” (AOTA, 2020, S21). The evaluation consists of two parts: (1) occupational profile and (2) analysis of occupational performance.
a) Occupational profile
Occupational profile refers to a summary of the client’s occupational history and experiences, patterns of daily living, interests, values, needs, and relevant contexts. The occupational profile is developed using a client-centered approach and informs the selection of goals and priorities.
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Questions
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Create an occupational profile based on a patient in one of the ICE videos. Even though you do not have all of the information about the patient, imagine what their profile could look like and how you would document this in their medical chart.
Write your own occupational profile.
b) Analysis of occupational performance
Analysis of occupational performance refers to the investigation of the “client’s ability to effectively complete desired occupations” (AOTA, 2020, S22) by determining their assets and limitations through the use of various assessment methods.
Questions
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What standardized assessments facilitate evaluation of occupational performance?
What nonstandardized assessment skills facilitate evaluation of occupational performance?
How does the context affect outcomes?
