Pediatric Skills for Occupational Therapy Assistants - E-Book

This updated edition provides current, practical guidance for pediatric occupational therapy practice, with a strong emphasis on contemporary intervention approaches and emerging practice settings. Designed to support occupational therapy assistants and students, the text expands readers’ understanding of where and how pediatric interventions are delivered, integrating theory with hands-on application. New and revised content ensures alignment with evolving clinical trends, evidence-based practice, and the diverse needs of children and families.

Key Features:

• NEW! Emerging Areas of Practice: Expanded coverage of settings such as community systems where pediatric interventions may take place.
• NEW! Physical Agent Modalities (PAMs): Explains theory and application of PAMs as used by OTAs with pediatric clients.
• NEW! Pediatric MOHO Assessments: Describes updated Model of Human Occupation assessments and how they inform intervention planning.
• NEW! Updated Pediatric Topics: Includes new content on childhood obesity, documentation, neurodevelopmental treatment, and concepts of elongation to reflect current trends and challenges in pediatric practice.