Assistive Devices and Environmental Modifications in Occupational TherapyLaajuus (3 cr)

Objective

The student:
- finds solutions to support an individual's occupational performance in various environments
- can justify the need for assistive devices and environmental modifications
- is familiar with the processes of acquiring assistive devices and making environmental modifications.

Content

Environmental modifications??
Assistive device process
Basic principles of upper limb support?
Prefabricated orthoses?

Qualifications

Before taking this course, the student must have successfully completed the course Environment in Occupational Therapy.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

See the curriculum attachment: Arviointikehikko_Framework for evaluation The course instructor will specify the evaluation criteria in the beginning of the course.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

See the curriculum attachment: Arviointikehikko_Framework for evaluation The course instructor will specify the evaluation criteria in the beginning of the course.