The OTPF is a document that explains topics and elements of occupational therapy which are all intertwined. It defines occupational therapy practitioners, clients, and occupations, which are all important terms and concepts to fully understand as an occupational therapist. It is important to learn about the OTPF because it can be used as a resource in the field and lays the foundation or "framework" for which we as professionals practice. In addition, the OTPF has many visuals for clearer and more concise understanding of different topics and how they are related to other topics.
The most significant thing I learned from this assignment is the importance of taking the client’s values into consideration when providing therapy services. If the client does not feel like the intervention is meaningful to them, they will not be invested in it. I learned that it can sometimes be difficult to find something that relates to a client’s needs. It may require extra hours, consulting other therapists, thinking outside the box, and adapting an item to best fit each individual client. You may have to try something new with a client, because they have different values and needs than previous clients. This assignment prepared me to think outside the box. Additionally, it allowed me to look at the whole client and what are their most important needs. For Maurice, he was afraid of becoming bored and lonely. I wanted to create something that was portable and could be kept with him at all times to prevent the feelings he was scared of. The Legen-Dairy Notebook incorp...
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