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OCCP1099: Occupational Performance: Healthcare 1

Semester 2, 2021 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Many adults experience difficulty performing daily activities and require interdisciplinary team services in a hospital setting. Occupational therapy services can help enhance, restore, or maintain performance in self-care, mobility, and other primary activities necessary to return to and live in the community. Mindful of a client-centred approach, students will acquire basic assessment, intervention, and evaluation skills relevant for adults within physical healthcare contexts such as an acute hospital, and begin assuming the role occupational therapists perform within healthcare teams. In doing so, students will learn: What occupational therapy processes do I use when a person's performance of self-care and mobility activities is significantly challenged? Within physical health care settings, how do I help enhance, restore, or maintain performance in daily life activities of concern? How do I incorporate a client-centre approach within healthcare systems?

Unit details and rules

Academic unit Participation Sciences
Credit points 6
Prerequisites
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None
Corequisites
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None
Prohibitions
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None
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Justin Scanlan, justin.scanlan@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Small continuous assessment Multiple choice quizzes
4 x 5% and 1 x 10% weighted quizzes on body systems content.
30% Multiple weeks 5 x quizzes, 15 mins duration each
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO7
Assignment Portfolio
Compiled assessment findings and analysis for allocated client
40% Week 10
Due date: 22 Oct 2021 at 23:59
1500 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7
Skills-based evaluation hurdle task In-class demonstration and report
Practical skill demonstration in simulation ward (weeks 11-13) & report
30% Week 13
Due date: 09 Nov 2021 at 23:59
1000 words for written component
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO8 LO7 LO6 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2
hurdle task = hurdle task ?

Assessment summary

Assessment Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.
1. Multiple choice quizzes Due Sunday 11:59pm in weeks 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10.  Quiz opens Tuesday of relevant week and closes by Sunday of same week.
2. Portfolio Students will be allocated a client to conduct assessment/s on. Portfolio will provide details and analysis of assessment findings.
3. In-class demonstration and report Demonstration of practical skills and written communication/justification based on a case study.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard

Distinction

75 - 84

Distinction indicates work of a very high standard

Credit

65 - 74

Credit indicates work of a good standard

Pass

50 - 64

Pass indicates work of an acceptable standard

Fail

0 - 49

When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 BIOS: Introduction to human biology OCC. THERAPY: Models of healthcare Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO3 LO4 LO6
Health and equity Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO3 LO6
Week 02 BIOS: Cardiac system OCC. THERAPY: Cardiac rehabilitation Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Assessing and measuring function Tutorial (1 hr) LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 03 BIOS: Respiratory system OCC. THERAPY: Energy conservation and fatigue Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7
Functional assessment and vital signs Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO8
Week 04 BIOS: Renal/endocrine/gastric systems OCC. THERAPY: Social determinants of health Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO7
Chronic conditions across the continuum of care Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO3 LO6 LO8
Week 05 BIOS: Lifestyle diseases OCC. THERAPY: Lifestyle factors Lecture (2 hr) LO3 LO4 LO5 LO7
Functional mobility and biomechanics Tutorial (1 hr) LO2 LO3 LO6 LO8
Week 06 BIOS: Cancer OCC. THERAPY: Palliative care and oncology Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO4 LO5 LO7
Upper limb measures: ROM and goniometry Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO6 LO8
Week 07 BIOS: Lymphatic system OCC. THERAPY: Pressure care Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO5 LO7
Upper limb measures: manual muscle testing Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO5 LO8
Week 08 BIOS: Skeletal system Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO4 LO7
2-hour Practical: Upper limb casting (*on campus class follows different timetable and is subject to current public health orders/Covid restrictions) Tutorial (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO4 LO7
Week 09 BIOS: The ageing process Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO7
2-hour Practical: Upper limb casting (*on campus class follows different timetable and is subject to current public health orders/Covid restrictions) Tutorial (2 hr) LO2 LO4 LO6 LO8
Week 10 BIOS: Joints/rheumatology Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO4 LO5 LO7
2-hour Practical: Fractures and upper limb repair (*on campus class follows different timetable and is subject to current public health orders/Covid restrictions) Tutorial (2 hr) LO1 LO4 LO6 LO8
Week 11 Physiological measures – assessment and treatment planning Simulation laboratory (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO6 LO8
Week 12 Functional measures – assessment and observation Simulation laboratory (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO6 LO8
Week 13 Upper limb assessment and treatment planning Simulation laboratory (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO8

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: All lectures and tutorials for this unit are compulsory. Tutors will take note of all online and on-campus class attendance. If students are unable to attend a tutorial (i.e. due to illness), they will be expected to email their tutor to advise of their absence and explain reason prior to the scheduled tutorial time. Repeated tutorial absence will be detrimental to student learning in this unit and will need to be discussed with the tutor and/or unit coordinator. As this is a program designed to prepare you for a professional career, a professional standard of behaviour is expected of all participants at all times. This means that the use of mobile phones, unrelated conversations, and late arrivals to class without apology will not be tolerated, and full attendance and participation is expected.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. describe the signs, symptoms, prognosis, and healthcare management of common conditions for which an adult may present to hospital
  • LO2. demonstrate how to administer, score, and appraise common assessments and outcome measures used by occupational therapists in acute hospital, and/or rehabilitation settings
  • LO3. explain common policies and procedures which occupational therapists (and students) must comply with when working in acute hospital settings (e.g. OHS, manual handling, infection control, falls prevention, end-of-life care)
  • LO4. describe factors which need to be considered when planning intervention and hospital discharge (e.g. prognosis, available support), and which may affect a person’s ability to manage their occupations and roles post-discharge
  • LO5. develop an occupational therapy intervention plan (including assessments, outcome measures where appropriate, goals, and intervention) to help inpatients prepare for hospital discharge
  • LO6. describe the role of a student occupational therapist in a hospital setting
  • LO7. locate and interpret research about the effect of interventions used in hospital settings
  • LO8. demonstrate (under supervision) safe practice and beginning competency in patient mobility/transfer skills.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes Competency standards
LO1
Australian occupational therapy competency standards 2018 - OTBA
1.11. Maintains professional competence and adapts to change in practice contexts
1.2. Adheres to legislation relevant to practice
1.6. Incorporates and responds to historical, political, cultural, societal, environmental and economic factors influencing health, wellbeing and occupations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
2.1. Applies current and evidence-informed knowledge of occupational therapy and other appropriate and relevant theory in practice
2.2. Applies theory and frameworks of occupation to professional practice and decision-making
2.3. Identifies and applies best available evidence in professional practice and decision-making
2.6. Maintains and improves currency of knowledge, skills and new evidence for practice by adhering to the requirements for continuing professional development
3.1. Addresses occupational performance and participation of clients, identifying the enablers and barriers to engagement
3.11. Evaluates client and service outcomes to inform future practice
3.12. Uses effective collaborative, multidisciplinary and interprofessional approaches for decision-making and planning
3.13. Uses appropriate assistive technology, devices and/or environmental modifications to achieve client occupational performance outcomes, and
3.2. Performs appropriate information gathering and assessment when identifying a client’s status and functioning, strengths, occupational performance and goals
3.4. Develops a plan with the client and relevant others to meet identified occupational therapy goals
3.6. Seeks to understand and incorporate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ experiences of health, wellbeing and occupations encompassing cultural connections
3.8. Identifies and uses practice guidelines and protocols suitable to the practice setting or work environment
LO2
Australian occupational therapy competency standards 2018 - OTBA
1.1. Complies with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia’s standards, guidelines and Code of conduct
1.10. Practises within limits of her/his own level of competence and expertise
1.11. Maintains professional competence and adapts to change in practice contexts
1.12. Identifies and uses relevant professional and operational support and supervision
1.8. Adheres to all work health and safety, and quality requirements for practice
2.1. Applies current and evidence-informed knowledge of occupational therapy and other appropriate and relevant theory in practice
2.10. Maintains digital literacy for practice.
2.2. Applies theory and frameworks of occupation to professional practice and decision-making
2.3. Identifies and applies best available evidence in professional practice and decision-making
2.9. Maintains knowledge of relevant resources and technologies, and
3.1. Addresses occupational performance and participation of clients, identifying the enablers and barriers to engagement
3.10. Reviews, evaluates and modifies plans, goals and interventions with the client and relevant others to enhance or achieve client outcomes
3.13. Uses appropriate assistive technology, devices and/or environmental modifications to achieve client occupational performance outcomes, and
3.2. Performs appropriate information gathering and assessment when identifying a client’s status and functioning, strengths, occupational performance and goals
3.3. Collaborates with the client and relevant others to determine the priorities and occupational therapy goals
3.5. Selects and implements culturally responsive and safe practice strategies to suit the occupational therapy goals and environment of the client
3.6. Seeks to understand and incorporate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ experiences of health, wellbeing and occupations encompassing cultural connections
3.8. Identifies and uses practice guidelines and protocols suitable to the practice setting or work environment
4.11. Identifies and articulates the rationale for practice to clients and relevant others.
4.5. Complies with legal and procedural requirements for the responsible and accurate documentation, sharing and storage of professional information and records of practice
4.7. Obtains informed consent for practice and information-sharing from the client or legal guardian
LO3
Australian occupational therapy competency standards 2018 - OTBA
1.1. Complies with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia’s standards, guidelines and Code of conduct
1.10. Practises within limits of her/his own level of competence and expertise
1.11. Maintains professional competence and adapts to change in practice contexts
1.12. Identifies and uses relevant professional and operational support and supervision
1.13. Manages resources, time and workload accountably and effectively
1.14. Recognises and manages her/his own physical and mental health for safe, professional practice
1.2. Adheres to legislation relevant to practice
1.3. Maintains professional boundaries in all client and professional relationships
1.8. Adheres to all work health and safety, and quality requirements for practice
2.1. Applies current and evidence-informed knowledge of occupational therapy and other appropriate and relevant theory in practice
2.10. Maintains digital literacy for practice.
2.6. Maintains and improves currency of knowledge, skills and new evidence for practice by adhering to the requirements for continuing professional development
2.8. Reflects on practice to inform current and future reasoning and decision-making and the integration of theory and evidence into practice
2.9. Maintains knowledge of relevant resources and technologies, and
3.12. Uses effective collaborative, multidisciplinary and interprofessional approaches for decision-making and planning
3.13. Uses appropriate assistive technology, devices and/or environmental modifications to achieve client occupational performance outcomes, and
3.2. Performs appropriate information gathering and assessment when identifying a client’s status and functioning, strengths, occupational performance and goals
3.8. Identifies and uses practice guidelines and protocols suitable to the practice setting or work environment
3.9. Implements an effective and accountable process for delegation, referral and handover
4.5. Complies with legal and procedural requirements for the responsible and accurate documentation, sharing and storage of professional information and records of practice
4.6. Maintains contemporaneous, accurate and complete records of practice
4.7. Obtains informed consent for practice and information-sharing from the client or legal guardian
LO4
Australian occupational therapy competency standards 2018 - OTBA
1.17. Recognises and manages any inherent power imbalance in relationships with clients.
1.4. Recognises and manages conflicts of interest in all client and professional relationships
1.5. Practises in a culturally responsive and culturally safe manner, with particular respect to culturally diverse client groups
1.6. Incorporates and responds to historical, political, cultural, societal, environmental and economic factors influencing health, wellbeing and occupations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
1.7. Collaborates and consults ethically and responsibly for effective client-centred and interprofessional practice
1.8. Adheres to all work health and safety, and quality requirements for practice
1.9. Identifies and manages the influence of her/his values and culture on practice
2.1. Applies current and evidence-informed knowledge of occupational therapy and other appropriate and relevant theory in practice
2.2. Applies theory and frameworks of occupation to professional practice and decision-making
2.3. Identifies and applies best available evidence in professional practice and decision-making
2.4. Understands and responds to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health philosophies, leadership, research and practices
2.5. Maintains current knowledge for cultural responsiveness to all groups in the practice setting
2.8. Reflects on practice to inform current and future reasoning and decision-making and the integration of theory and evidence into practice
2.9. Maintains knowledge of relevant resources and technologies, and
3.1. Addresses occupational performance and participation of clients, identifying the enablers and barriers to engagement
3.10. Reviews, evaluates and modifies plans, goals and interventions with the client and relevant others to enhance or achieve client outcomes
3.11. Evaluates client and service outcomes to inform future practice
3.12. Uses effective collaborative, multidisciplinary and interprofessional approaches for decision-making and planning
3.13. Uses appropriate assistive technology, devices and/or environmental modifications to achieve client occupational performance outcomes, and
3.2. Performs appropriate information gathering and assessment when identifying a client’s status and functioning, strengths, occupational performance and goals
3.4. Develops a plan with the client and relevant others to meet identified occupational therapy goals
3.5. Selects and implements culturally responsive and safe practice strategies to suit the occupational therapy goals and environment of the client
3.6. Seeks to understand and incorporate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ experiences of health, wellbeing and occupations encompassing cultural connections
3.8. Identifies and uses practice guidelines and protocols suitable to the practice setting or work environment
3.9. Implements an effective and accountable process for delegation, referral and handover
4.11. Identifies and articulates the rationale for practice to clients and relevant others.
4.2. Adapts written, verbal and non-verbal communication appropriate to the client and practice context
4.3. Works ethically with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and organisations to understand and incorporate relevant cultural protocols and communication strategies, with the aim of working to support self-governance in communities
4.4. Uses culturally responsive, safe and relevant communication tools and strategies
4.5. Complies with legal and procedural requirements for the responsible and accurate documentation, sharing and storage of professional information and records of practice
4.7. Obtains informed consent for practice and information-sharing from the client or legal guardian
4.9. Uses effective communication skills to initiate and end relationships with clients and relevant others
LO5
Australian occupational therapy competency standards 2018 - OTBA
1.1. Complies with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia’s standards, guidelines and Code of conduct
1.10. Practises within limits of her/his own level of competence and expertise
1.11. Maintains professional competence and adapts to change in practice contexts
1.12. Identifies and uses relevant professional and operational support and supervision
1.2. Adheres to legislation relevant to practice
1.4. Recognises and manages conflicts of interest in all client and professional relationships
1.6. Incorporates and responds to historical, political, cultural, societal, environmental and economic factors influencing health, wellbeing and occupations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
1.7. Collaborates and consults ethically and responsibly for effective client-centred and interprofessional practice
1.8. Adheres to all work health and safety, and quality requirements for practice
2.1. Applies current and evidence-informed knowledge of occupational therapy and other appropriate and relevant theory in practice
2.10. Maintains digital literacy for practice.
2.2. Applies theory and frameworks of occupation to professional practice and decision-making
2.3. Identifies and applies best available evidence in professional practice and decision-making
2.4. Understands and responds to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health philosophies, leadership, research and practices
2.5. Maintains current knowledge for cultural responsiveness to all groups in the practice setting
2.6. Maintains and improves currency of knowledge, skills and new evidence for practice by adhering to the requirements for continuing professional development
2.8. Reflects on practice to inform current and future reasoning and decision-making and the integration of theory and evidence into practice
2.9. Maintains knowledge of relevant resources and technologies, and
3.1. Addresses occupational performance and participation of clients, identifying the enablers and barriers to engagement
3.10. Reviews, evaluates and modifies plans, goals and interventions with the client and relevant others to enhance or achieve client outcomes
3.11. Evaluates client and service outcomes to inform future practice
3.12. Uses effective collaborative, multidisciplinary and interprofessional approaches for decision-making and planning
3.13. Uses appropriate assistive technology, devices and/or environmental modifications to achieve client occupational performance outcomes, and
3.2. Performs appropriate information gathering and assessment when identifying a client’s status and functioning, strengths, occupational performance and goals
3.4. Develops a plan with the client and relevant others to meet identified occupational therapy goals
3.5. Selects and implements culturally responsive and safe practice strategies to suit the occupational therapy goals and environment of the client
3.6. Seeks to understand and incorporate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ experiences of health, wellbeing and occupations encompassing cultural connections
3.8. Identifies and uses practice guidelines and protocols suitable to the practice setting or work environment
3.9. Implements an effective and accountable process for delegation, referral and handover
4.11. Identifies and articulates the rationale for practice to clients and relevant others.
4.2. Adapts written, verbal and non-verbal communication appropriate to the client and practice context
4.3. Works ethically with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and organisations to understand and incorporate relevant cultural protocols and communication strategies, with the aim of working to support self-governance in communities
4.4. Uses culturally responsive, safe and relevant communication tools and strategies
4.5. Complies with legal and procedural requirements for the responsible and accurate documentation, sharing and storage of professional information and records of practice
4.7. Obtains informed consent for practice and information-sharing from the client or legal guardian
LO6
Australian occupational therapy competency standards 2018 - OTBA
1.1. Complies with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia’s standards, guidelines and Code of conduct
1.10. Practises within limits of her/his own level of competence and expertise
1.11. Maintains professional competence and adapts to change in practice contexts
1.12. Identifies and uses relevant professional and operational support and supervision
1.13. Manages resources, time and workload accountably and effectively
1.14. Recognises and manages her/his own physical and mental health for safe, professional practice
1.16. Contributes to education and professional practice development of peers and students, and
1.3. Maintains professional boundaries in all client and professional relationships
1.8. Adheres to all work health and safety, and quality requirements for practice
1.9. Identifies and manages the influence of her/his values and culture on practice
2.10. Maintains digital literacy for practice.
2.8. Reflects on practice to inform current and future reasoning and decision-making and the integration of theory and evidence into practice
2.9. Maintains knowledge of relevant resources and technologies, and
3.12. Uses effective collaborative, multidisciplinary and interprofessional approaches for decision-making and planning
4.1. Communicates openly, respectfully and effectively
4.10. Seeks and responds to feedback, modifying communication and/or practice accordingly, and
4.2. Adapts written, verbal and non-verbal communication appropriate to the client and practice context
4.5. Complies with legal and procedural requirements for the responsible and accurate documentation, sharing and storage of professional information and records of practice
4.9. Uses effective communication skills to initiate and end relationships with clients and relevant others
LO7
Australian occupational therapy competency standards 2018 - OTBA
1.10. Practises within limits of her/his own level of competence and expertise
1.11. Maintains professional competence and adapts to change in practice contexts
1.12. Identifies and uses relevant professional and operational support and supervision
2.1. Applies current and evidence-informed knowledge of occupational therapy and other appropriate and relevant theory in practice
2.2. Applies theory and frameworks of occupation to professional practice and decision-making
2.5. Maintains current knowledge for cultural responsiveness to all groups in the practice setting
2.6. Maintains and improves currency of knowledge, skills and new evidence for practice by adhering to the requirements for continuing professional development
2.7. Implements a specific learning and development plan when moving to a new area of practice or returning to practice
2.8. Reflects on practice to inform current and future reasoning and decision-making and the integration of theory and evidence into practice
2.9. Maintains knowledge of relevant resources and technologies, and
3.1. Addresses occupational performance and participation of clients, identifying the enablers and barriers to engagement
3.10. Reviews, evaluates and modifies plans, goals and interventions with the client and relevant others to enhance or achieve client outcomes
3.11. Evaluates client and service outcomes to inform future practice
3.12. Uses effective collaborative, multidisciplinary and interprofessional approaches for decision-making and planning
3.13. Uses appropriate assistive technology, devices and/or environmental modifications to achieve client occupational performance outcomes, and
3.6. Seeks to understand and incorporate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ experiences of health, wellbeing and occupations encompassing cultural connections
3.7. Reflects on practice to inform and communicate professional reasoning and decision-making
3.8. Identifies and uses practice guidelines and protocols suitable to the practice setting or work environment
LO8
Australian occupational therapy competency standards 2018 - OTBA
1.1. Complies with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia’s standards, guidelines and Code of conduct
1.10. Practises within limits of her/his own level of competence and expertise
1.11. Maintains professional competence and adapts to change in practice contexts
1.12. Identifies and uses relevant professional and operational support and supervision
1.13. Manages resources, time and workload accountably and effectively
1.14. Recognises and manages her/his own physical and mental health for safe, professional practice
1.2. Adheres to legislation relevant to practice
1.8. Adheres to all work health and safety, and quality requirements for practice
2.1. Applies current and evidence-informed knowledge of occupational therapy and other appropriate and relevant theory in practice
2.3. Identifies and applies best available evidence in professional practice and decision-making
2.9. Maintains knowledge of relevant resources and technologies, and
3.13. Uses appropriate assistive technology, devices and/or environmental modifications to achieve client occupational performance outcomes, and
3.8. Identifies and uses practice guidelines and protocols suitable to the practice setting or work environment
4.1. Communicates openly, respectfully and effectively
4.10. Seeks and responds to feedback, modifying communication and/or practice accordingly, and
4.11. Identifies and articulates the rationale for practice to clients and relevant others.
4.4. Uses culturally responsive, safe and relevant communication tools and strategies
4.7. Obtains informed consent for practice and information-sharing from the client or legal guardian
4.8. Maintains collaborative professional relationships with clients, health professionals and relevant others
4.9. Uses effective communication skills to initiate and end relationships with clients and relevant others

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

Students have provided feedback that more opportunities for skill competency practice would be beneficial. To make this possible, students will need to engage with more preparatory study prior to attending on-campus practical classes.

Work, health and safety

On-campus activities from weeks 8 to 13 are subject to current public health orders. All students attending on-campus will be required to adhere to relevant Covid restrictions such as check-in and screening protocol, social distancing and infection control via use of PPE. Any pertinent information and advice re: requirements for on-campus activities will be communicated to students via Canvas.

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