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Clinical Reasoning in Occupational Therapy

Clinical reasoning is the process by which a therapist or therapy assistant analyzes the functional status of a patient/client/consumer, identifies problems and goals, and determines plans of action, as appropriate to each practitioner's level of responsibility. Aspects of clinical reasoning are explored through readings and experiential assignments. Types of reasoning examined include: narrative, scientific, procedural, interactive, conditional, and pragmatic.

Regular Non-Liberal Arts

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