Description
Master essential pathophysiology concepts for occupational therapy practice! Applied Pathophysiology for Occupational Therapy: A Guide for Clinical Decision Making is a brand-new book that delivers comprehensive, system-by-system coverage of pathophysiology with a focus on its application in occupational therapy. Thorough information on health components includes cognition and mental health. This essential resource helps you recognize yellow and red flags in clinical settings and includes case studies to facilitate understanding and enhance occupational therapy performance across various settings.- Comprehensive coverage uses a system-by-system approach to clinical pathophysiology for the occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant- Includes both cognitive pathophysiology and pathophysiology affecting mental health with application for occupational therapy- Clear guidelines help you learn to recognize yellow flags and red flags in the occupational therapy setting- Case studies enhance your understanding and highlight the practical application of key concepts to occupational therapy practice- Coverage across the life span addresses conditions affecting pediatric, adolescent, adult, and older adult populations- Enhanced eBook version, included with every new print purchase, allows digital access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
Table of Contents
SECTION I: TYPICAL HUMAN DEVELOPMENTThe Patient Interview1. Screening for Occupational Therapy2. Red Flags and the Occupational Therapy Scope of Practice.Pediatric Conditions 3. Pre-Natal and Genetic Pathophysiology4. Typical Development and Pathophysiology During Infancy5. Typical Development and Pathophysiology During Early and Middle ChildhoodAdolescent Conditions 6. Female Adolescent Pathophysiology7. Male Adolescent PathophysiologyAdult and Older Adult Conditions 8. Early and Middle Adulthood Pathophysiology9. Later Adulthood PathophysiologySECTION II: PATHOPHYSIOLOGY BY SYSTEMConditions by System10. Pathophysiology and Neoplasms on a Cellular Level11. Hematologic Pathophysiology12. Integumentary Pathophysiology13. Cardiovascular Pathophysiology14. Pulmonary Pathophysiology15. Gastrointestinal Pathophysiology16. Hepatic and Biliary Pathophysiology17. Urogenital Pathophysiology18. Endocrine and Metabolic Pathophysiology19. Environmental Pathogens and Neoplasms20. Neuromusculoskeletal PathophysiologySECTION III: PATHOPHYSIOLOGY AFFECTING COGNITIONCognition21. Cognition: Definitions and Historical Overview22. Cognitive PathophysiologySECTION IV: PATHOPHYSIOLOGY AFFECTING MENTAL HEALTHMental Health 23. Mood Disorders24. Anxiety Disorders25. Personality Disorders26. Psychotic Disorders27. Eating Disorders28. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder29. Substance Abuse and Addiction DisorderSECTION V: THE OT'S ROLE30. The Role of the Occupational Therapist
