OTH 5302 Disease and Occupation
Disease and Occupation (3). This course is designed to study selected disease processes and conditions across the lifespan and how the disease process affect occupational performance. We will survey the medical and/or surgical management, prognoses, and precautions for these conditions as well as addressing care in a variety of settings across multiple cultures. Students will examine the effect diseases and conditions have on the person, occupation, environment, and performance. Students will examine ethical issues as they apply to various aspects of illness, treatment, and
occupation. Students will also demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the roles of the occupational therapist in various settings and diagnoses and the utilization of appropriate referral source and personnel, including the COTA. In addition, the student will be expected to identify and employ professional literature in order to assist with the treatment of clients. This course will include traditional lecture with discussion, media- based presentations, case-based learning, cooperative learning, and didactic questions.