Ben’s videos include great therapist interaction and modeling of therapeutic alliance. He shows some frustration at times which is important for students to problem-solve. Ben’s medical history is complicated and so an excellent case to introduce or reinforce systems review principles. He has many personal factors and environmental factors that students can connect to parts of the ICF model template. Ben’s young age and prior level of function are salient to the students and grab their attention.

Ben’s videos provide a case with rich learning opportunities, due to the acute care environment, complexity of his condition, number of video available, and variety of therapists providing his care. There are many learning activities that can be used to achieve diverse learning objectives using Ben’s case.

This assignment on dressing in acute care is intended to provide one day of alternative Level 1 Fieldwork.

How to respond to a client’s emotional instability, including frustration and lack of participation.

This activity supports the requirements for:
ACOTE standard B.3.2
CAPTE standards 7D8 and 7D30