Introduction to Paediatrics

This unit is:

• Neuro for OT

• Paediatrics

• Ergonomics and Safety Science

• OT in Mental Health Practice

How many labs can you view observational video for Assessment 1 in?

• 1 week

• 2 weeks

• 3 weeks

• 4 weeks

Which of the following is a guiding principles for Family Centred Practice?

• Involvement of all family members is essential

• Families should be involved in all decision making

• Recognition of therapist expertise about the child

• All family members needs are considered

Wesley is having difficulty with mealtimes, he gets easily distressed and has trouble sitting with his family for meals. What is an example of an occupation-centred goal for Wesley?

• Wesley will stop having meltdowns

• Wesley will manage his sensory preferences during meals

• Wesley will join in with mealtimes at the table

• Wesley will self-regulate

Daisy's goal is to learn to put on her cardigan independently.
What is an example of routines-based practice for this dressing goal?

• You go to Daisy’s house in the morning to practice putting on the cardigan

• You go to Daisy’s school to practice putting on her cardigan

• Daisy practicing putting on her cardigan after school swimming

• Daisy refining pincer grasp by pinching pegs onto an ice cream container at school

Coaching is best described as:

• Centring therapy around the needs and goals of the caregivers and child

• Encouraging caregivers to be involved in the therapy process

• Supporting caregivers to identify solutions that will work in their environment

• Teaching caregivers how to support their child

What is the primary outcome of coaching?

• Improved capacity of caregivers

•   Skill development of children

• Improved occupational performance

• Enhanced family participation

When is it essential to do joint planning in coaching?

• All throughout the session to plan and review constantly

• At the end of the session to plan, and then the beginning of the next session to review

• At the beginning of the session to plan and then throughout the session to review

• At the end of the session to plan and then throughout the next session to review