Occupational Therapy Student

How do you feel the interview went overall?  Overall, I feel as if I did well for where I am in the process.  I got feedback that my shirt wasn't appropriate which was surprising but I appreciated the feedback rather than not knowing.  She said that I should cover my shoulders and my shirt initially wasn't low cut but rode down at one point.  Will never wear that one again! How did you prepare for the interview? I brainstormed potential questions that I could face and tried to think of answers that would apply to multiple questions.  I also read a tip online to try to think of 2-3 minute answers that could answer a potential future question.  For example, when she asked me to describe myself, I included how I was introduced to OT and why I chose the field. What went differently than you expected? I was not expected to describe my own personal aspirations aside from graduation and a career.  I am glad I was caught off guard by this because in...

What were the key takeaway points from the guest lecture today? Describe two occupational therapy interventions based on the topic. Each intervention should address a different type of client: individual (1:1), group, or population. Key takeaways Although we learned a lot about intercourse, stimulation, and available tools to assist with sexual performance, I am going to list what I learned for future practice. As an OT, we need to be prepared to discuss sexual health and likely be the first healthcare professional to ask about this activity. We can make it a more comfortable conversation through professionally using the proper terminology and letting them share what their comfortable with.  Not pushing! Use the PLISSIT model when discussing sexual function/health There is adaptive equipment that can be used such as a wedge pillow to raise a woman up for a partner who is in a wheelchair & a blanket that is comfortable but protects bedding from potential bladder incon...

What were the key takeaway points from the guest lecture today? Describe two occupational therapy interventions based on the topic. Each intervention should address a different type of client: individual (1:1), group, or population. Key takeaways: Recommendations we can make as OT's without their DRST include blind-spot mirrors, an enlarged rear-view mirror attachment, and getting in and out of a vehicle Vehicles can be adapted in a variety of ways for a variety of diagnoses  An observation we can make as a family member of someone who may have driving concerns is to look at the condition of their vehicle Driving Rehab Specialists ride with clients who have been referred for a driving test to see if they are safe to drive a vehicle Most drivers are referred to a DRST for an on-road driving assessment but OT's without the certification have access to off-road assessments as  first step to measuring fitness to drive before referring to a DRST Interventions: Indivi...

Although several elements of my two glyphs are similar, there are a couple of differences in how I picture myself as a leader.  Primarily, I drew curly hair on my most recent glyph and straight hair on my glyph from a year ago.  A year ago, I thought organization was more important in leadership and now,  I view creativity as a more important leadership quality.  I also drew mid-length hair meaning I was unsure if an introvert could be an effective leader but in my most recent one, I drew long hair meaning an introvert can definitely be an effective leader.  A year ago, I had a written plan about serving in leadership goals and now, I do not.  I think that is due to all of the leadership hours we needed to fulfill and now, the future is rather unknown.  For 3 months I will be out of town and haven't had the time to figure out how I can lead in the community I will be in.  However, I plan to find ways to be involved and to participate in a healthy ...

The key takeaways for me: 1) Our services cannot only exist when our patient in the facility, but their recovery once they leave our care is also our responsibility. Often, facilities are worried with getting clients in and out safely without a readmission. However, we cannot have such high hopes without giving clients the tools they need to promote their health after discharge. 2) I learned the value a dietitian brings to a healthcare team in a lot of different settings and populations. Primarily with older adults, I think it is essential to have them as a part of my clients' care to ensure they have all of the resources they'll need to succeed. Just as if we'd refer a client to an eye specialist for a suspected a vision deficit, we should include a dietitian if we suspect food insecurity or malnutrition. 3) It takes around double the amount of calorie intake post-ICU discharge to fully recover from the breakdown the body experiences while in the hospital. We n...