When writing a smart goal that includes adaptive equipment the therapist or teacher needs to ensure that the goal is.
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Adaptive equipment are devices used to assist with completing activities of daily living.
Occupational therapy s holistic approach focuses on client goals to integrate occupation based activity into the rehabilitation process.
Bathing dressing grooming toileting and feeding are self care activities that are including in the spectrum of activities of daily living adls.
The list above is not a conclusive list of all adaptive equipment available on the market but rather a summary of the ones that appear to be used most during therapy.
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These devices can range from the most james bond like electronic devices to something as simple as a piece of rope continue reading adaptive equipment.
For example someone recovering from a stroke needs assistance in how to take a shower while using adaptive equipment.
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In occupational therapy occupations and activities interventions refer to specific activities that can be done every day or have therapeutic purposes.
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These goals may not necessarily be iep goals but they need to be written for data collection on whether the adaptive equipment is helping the student access the curriculum.
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Showing you how to properly use adaptive equipment like orthotics braces or wheelchairs.
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