Applied Pathophysiology for Occupational Therapy: A Guide for Clinical Decision Making: A Guide for Clinical Decision Making - Softcover

Michaels PT EdD GCS Emeritus, Natalie; Stevens Ph.D. OTR/L, Sandy; Rezadoost OTD OTR/L, Roya; Rabuck OTD OTR/L CSRS, Ashley

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0443120781 ISBN 13: 9780443120787

Publisher: Elsevier, 2026

Synopsis

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

About this title

About the Authors

Professor Natalie Michaels work in the School of Occupational Therapy at Belmont University, Nashville, TN.

Associate Professor Sandy Stevens works in the School of Occupational Therapy at Belmont University, Nashville, TN.

Roya Rezadoost is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist in the Early Childhood program at Williamson County School District, Williamson County, Tennessee, USA.

Inpatient Rehab and Neonatal Occupational Therapist at Level II trauma hospital in Salem, Virginia

Edition details

• Publisher: Elsevier
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0443120781
• ISBN 13: 9780443120787
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 300