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MEDICAL Allied Health Services/Occupational Therapy

Conditions in Occupational Therapy Effect on Occupational Performance 6th Edition By Ben J. Atchison and Diane Powers Dirette DESCRIPTION Lippincott ® Connect Featured Title Purchase of the new print edition of this Lippincott ® Connect title includes access to the digital version of the book, plus related materials such as videos and multiple-choice Q&A and self-assessments. The only text covering the pathophysi- ology of common diseases specifically relative to Occu - pational Therapy practice, Conditions in Occupational Therapy: Effect on Occupational Performance , 6th Edition, combines the most up-to-date insights and an engaging approach to ready students for success from the

classroom to clinical settings. This updated 6th Edition is fully aligned with the most current DSM-5 and Occupational Therapy Practice Framework, 4th Edition, and adds new chapters reflecting recent advances in the management of infectious diseases, general deconditioning, musculoskeletal pain, amputations, and sickle cell anemia. Each chapter follows a consistent format, presenting an open- ing case followed by descriptions and definitions, etiology, incidence and prevalence, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, course and prognosis, medical/surgical management, impact on occupational performance, and two case illustrations. Rounded out with robust instructor resources and new full-color imagery, this bestselling resource is an essential tool for today’s occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant students. FEATURES NEW! Five new chapters detail current practices in the management of: ▶ Infectious Diseases ▶ General Deconditioning ▶ Musculoskeletal Pain (back, neck, upper and lower extremity) ▶ Amputations ▶ Sickle Cell Anemia ▶ NEW! Full-color images clarify concepts and procedures in vibrant detail. ▶ Updated content and references reflect the latest insights on the neurological basis for disorders, brain/behavior relationships for psychiatric disorders, and a consistent list of client factors affected by disorder. ▶ Integrated pathophysiology and occupational therapy coverage ensure a comprehensive understanding without the need for multiple texts. ▶ An intuitive organization groups disorders logically for fast, efficient reference. ▶ Chapter-ending Case Studies help you apply content to real-life clinical situations, including both pediatric and adult cases where relevant.

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