Conditions in Occupational Therapy

This updated 6th Edition is fully aligned with the most current DSM-5 andOccupational Therapy Practice Framework, 4th Edition,and adds new chapters reflecting recent advances in the management of infectious diseases, general deconditioning, musculoskeletal pain, amputations, and sickle cell anemia. Each chapter follows a consistent format, presenting an opening case followed by descriptions and definitions, etiology, incidence and prevalence, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, course and prognosis, medical/surgical management, impact on occupational performance, and two case illustrations. Rounded out with robust instructor resources and new full-color imagery, this bestselling resource is an essential tool for today's occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant students. - NEW! Five new chaptersdetail current practices in the management of: - Infectious Diseases - General Deconditioning - Musculoskeletal Pain(back, neck, upper and lower extremity) - Amputations - Sickle Cell Anemia - NEW! Full-color imagesclarify concepts and procedures in vibrant detail. - Updated content and referencesreflect the latest insights on the neurological basis for disorders, brain/behavior relationships for psychiatric disorders, and a consistent list of client factors affected by disorder. - Integrated pathophysiology and occupational therapy coverageensure a comprehensive understanding without the need for multiple texts. - An intuitive organizationgroups disorders logically for fast, efficient reference. - Chapter-endingCase Studieshelp you apply content to real-life clinical situations, including both pediatric and adult cases where relevant. - Introductory Casesimmerse you in chapter content for greater retention and understanding. - In-text learning aids, including key terms, study questions, recommended learning resources, and special boxes, tables, and displays help reinforce key concepts.