Occupational Therapy with Older Adults: Strategies for the OTA

Gain the focused foundation needed to successfully work with older adults. Occupational Therapy with Older Adults: Strategies for the OTA, 5th Edition is the only comprehensive book on occupational therapy with older adults designed specifically for the occupational therapy assistant. It provides in-depth coverage of each aspect of geriatric practice ― from wellness and prevention to managing chronic conditions. Expert authors Helene Lohman, Amy Shaffer, and Patricia Watford offer an unmatched discussion of diverse populations and the latest on geriatric policies and procedures in this fast-growing area of practice.UNIQUE! Focused coverage emphasizes the importance of the role of an OTA in providing care for older adultsUNIQUE! Coverage of diverse populations, including cultural and gender diversity, prepares OTAs to work with older adults using cultural sensitivityUNIQUE! Critical topic discussions examine concepts such as telehealth, wellness, and health literacyInterdisciplinary approach highlights the importance of collaboration between the OT and the OTA, specifically demonstrating how an OTA should work with an OT in caring for older adultsCase studies at the end of chapters help to prepare for situations encountered in practiceNEW! An ebook version is included with print purchase and allows access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloudNEW! Evidence Nuggets sections highlight the latest research to inform practiceNEW! Tech Talk feature in many chapters examines thelatest technology resourcesRevised content throughout provides the most current information needed to be an effective practitionerUpdated references ensure the content is current and applicable for today’s practice Read more