Overview
This one-of-a-kind text is a series of case studies for students and c linicians in the fields of occupational and physical therapy. The case studies included are real-life examples of clients with various diagn oses. Many of the case studies represent the primary adult pathologies , impairments, and functional limitations seen by clinicians in rehabi litation. This book allows for the integration of didactic learning an d hands-on clinical practice, seeking to bridge the gap between classr oom and practice. As cases are presented, separate sections have been developed such as orthopedics, neurology, and rheumatology.The book contains black-and-white illustrations.
Synopsis
Case Studies in Rehabilitation is a series of case studies compiled into one reference text for the student. This necessary textbook will allow the reader to analyze "real-life" examples of individuals with a variety of diagnoses and to develop clinical reasoning skills.
A variety of cases are presented in Case Studies in Rehabilitation covering myriad topics such as orthopedics, neurology, rheumatology, and oncology. These case studies represent the primary adult pathologies, impairments, and functional limitations seen by clinicians. The case studies will also allow the reader to focus on the concept of disability for an individual when developing a comprehensive plan of care. The user-friendly format allows the user to choose from one of the many topics for practice in developing treatment plans, case analysis or to focus on one area of practice.
An important function of this book is that it allows for the integration of didactic learning and hands-on practice when patients are not readily available. All case studies are presented in a narrative format with accompanying forms that are frequently encountered in clinical practice.
Case Studies in Rehabilitation will also help students as they learn to interact with the patients they will be treating in their future careers. This text will allow them to fine-tune their skills in dealing with a variety of different patients and cases and indicate how to handle each individual case in the best possible matter.
Booknews
Presents case studies for students and clinicians in physical therapy, representing the primary adult pathologies, impairments, and functional limitations seen by clinicians in rehabilitation. Case studies allow the reader to focus on the concept of disability for an individual when developing a comprehensive plan of care. A user- friendly format allows readers to choose from topics in developing treatment plans, case analysis, and specific areas of practice. Cases are presented in a narrative format with forms. Ghikas is affiliated with Hale Hospital. Clopper is affiliated with Bay State College. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Editorials
From the Publisher
“Occupational and physical therapy students are likely to find the provided cases practical with well-organized descriptions of people with disabilities ranging in age, diagnosis, and complexity.” — Al Copolillo, PhD, OTR/L, Occupational Therapy in Health Care