Clinical and Professional Reasoning in Occupational Therapy

Schell, Barbara A. Boyt

ISBN 10: 0781759145 / ISBN 13: 9780781759144

Published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2007

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Synopsis:

This comprehensive textbook lets readers develop the strong theoretical and practical foundation needed for effective decision-making in occupational therapy. Emphasis on both clinical and professional reasoning gives readers the skills needed to make informed decisions as practitioners, managers, and educators. This textbook offers easy-to-follow explanations of current theories of clinical and professional reasoning, demonstrating their relevance to occupational therapy work.

"Thinking about Thinking" quotes offer thought-provoking perspectives on reasoning. Case examples and learning activities demonstrate how reasoning is applied in various clinical and professional scenarios. Each chapter includes learning objectives and a key word list. Photographs, figures, and tables support reader understanding.

Review: Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy, Western Michigan University, Ben Atchison, PhD, OTR, FAOTA, author -- "This is such a wonderful text...a great scholarly piece with lots of practical, useful ideas."

Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy Department, Nova Southeastern University, Elysa G. Roberts, PhD, OTR/L, -- "I really appreciated the content of this book. I was particularly grateful to review the information on how to teach clinical reasoning and how to infuse this into a curriculum."

Bibliographic Details

Title: Clinical and Professional Reasoning in ...
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Publication Date: 2007
Binding: paperback
Condition: Very Good