{"product_id":"9780323072267","title":"Occupational Therapy with Elders - E-Book: Strategies for the Occupational Therapy Assistant","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe only comprehensive book on geriatric occupational therapy designed specifically for the COTA,\u003cb\u003e Occupational Therapy with Elders: Strategies for the COTA, 3rd Edition\u003c\/b\u003e provides in-depth coverage of each aspect of geriatric practice, from wellness and prevention to death and dying. A discussion of foundational concepts includes aging trends and strategies for elder care, and coverage of emerging areas includes low-vision rehabilitation, mobility issues including driving, and Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Expert authors René Padilla, Sue Byers-Connon, and Helene Lohman offer an unmatched discussion of diverse populations and the latest on geriatric policies and procedures in this fast-growing area of practice. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUnique! A focus on the occupational therapy assistant\u003c\/b\u003e highlights the importance of COTAs to the care of elder clients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase studies\u003c\/b\u003e illustrate principles and help you apply what you've learned to actual situations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKey terms, chapter objectives, and review questions\u003c\/b\u003e highlight important content in each chapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUse of the term \"elder\"\u003c\/b\u003e reduces the stereotypical role of dependent patients and helps to dispel myths about aging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA multidisciplinary approach\u003c\/b\u003e demonstrates how the OT and the COTA can collaborate effectively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUnique! Attention to diverse populations and cultures\u003c\/b\u003e prepares you to respect and care for clients of different backgrounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUnique! The companion Evolve website\u003c\/b\u003e makes review easier with more learning activities, references linked to MEDLINE abstracts, and links to related OT sites.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUnique! A discussion of elder abuse, battered women, and literacy\u003c\/b\u003e includes information on how the COTA can address these often-overlooked issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNew information on alternative treatment settings for elders\u003c\/b\u003e reflects new trends in OT care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUpdated information on Medicare, Medicaid, and HIPAA regulations\u003c\/b\u003e discusses the latest policies and how to incorporate the newest procedures into practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSignificant additions\u003c\/b\u003e are made to the chapters on public policy, dementia, and oncology.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Elsevier Health Sciences","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47120862904560,"sku":"9780323072267","price":67.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780323072267_p0.jpg?v=1763682646","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780323072267","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}