Occupational Therapy with Elders Strategies for the COTA

<p>The only comprehensive book on geriatric occupational therapy designed specifically for the COTA, <b> Occupational Therapy with Elders: Strategies for the COTA, 3rd Edition</b> 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. </p><ul> <li><b>Unique! A focus on the occupational therapy assistant</b> highlights the importance of COTAs to the care of elder clients.</li> <li><b>Case studies</b> illustrate principles and help you apply what you've learned to actual situations.</li> <li><b>Key terms, chapter objectives, and review questions</b> highlight important content in each chapter.</li> <li><b>Use of the term "elder"</b> reduces the stereotypical role of dependent patients and helps to dispel myths about aging.</li> <li><b>A multidisciplinary approach</b> demonstrates how the OT and the COTA can collaborate effectively.</li> <li><b>Unique! Attention to diverse populations and cultures</b> prepares you to respect and care for clients of different backgrounds.</li> <li><b>Unique! The companion Evolve website</b> makes review easier with more learning activities, references linked to MEDLINE abstracts, and links to related OT sites.</li> </ul><ul> <li><b>Unique! A discussion of elder abuse, battered women, and literacy</b> includes information on how the COTA can address these often-overlooked issues.</li> <li><b>New information on alternative treatment settings for elders</b> reflects new trends in OT care.</li> <li><b>Updated information on Medicare, Medicaid, and HIPAA regulations</b> discusses the latest policies and how to incorporate the newest procedures into practice.</li> <li><b>Significant additions</b> are made to the chapters on public policy, dementia, and oncology.</li> </ul>