Occupational Therapy Assessments for Older Adults: A Comprehensive Guide

Written by Dr. Kevin Bortnick, a renowned expert in the field of occupational therapy, this book is a valuable resource for occupational therapy students and clinicians working with older adults. The role of measurement and the benefits of outcome measures are crucial in documenting change, describing a client’s condition, formulating a prognosis, and evaluating the effects of occupational therapy intervention.

In “Occupational Therapy Assessments for Older Adults: 100 Instruments for Measuring Occupational Performance,” Dr. Bortnick presents over 100 outcome measures in the form of detailed vignettes. Each instrument is accompanied by a brief description, a review of its psychometric properties, advantages and disadvantages, administration procedures, permissions to use, author contact information, and details on how and where to procure the instrument.

Narrowing Down the Options

This comprehensive guide narrows down the vast array of possible choices for occupational therapy students and clinicians, focusing on instruments with a significant amount of peer review, bibliographic citations, and acceptance within the profession. The text is backed by research-based information, complete with text citations, and features over 100 tables, diagrams, and figures to facilitate understanding and application.

Published by SLACK Incorporated in December 2016, this book is an essential resource for anyone looking to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in occupational therapy assessments for older adults. With its wealth of information and practical insights, it is an invaluable tool for occupational therapy students, clinicians, and educators alike.

Language: English

ISBN: 9781630913588, 9781630913595