ENS 265 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Occupational Therapist, Family Educational Rights And Privacy Act, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act
9 Feb 2018
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A healthcare professional who renders service or treatment, under the direction of or in collaboration with a physician, in accordance with their education and training and the states, rules, and regulations. As a part of the healthcare team, services provided by at"s include injury and illness prevention, wellness promotion and education, emergent care, examination and clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. Occupational therapists treat injured, ill, or disabled patients through the therapeutic use of everyday activities. They help these patients develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for daily living and working. Physical therapists help injured or ill people improve their movement and manage their pain. These therapists are often an important part of the rehabilitation, treatment, and prevention of patients with chronic condition, illnesses, or injuries. Recreational therapists plan, direct, and coordinate recreation-based treatment programs for people with disabilities, injuries, or illnesses.
