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Embracing Life With Als: The Role Of Occupational Therapy From Diagnosis To End Of Life Care, Chelsey Edwards, Amy Ferguson
Embracing Life With Als: The Role Of Occupational Therapy From Diagnosis To End Of Life Care, Chelsey Edwards, Amy Ferguson
Occupational Therapy Capstones
Purpose: The purpose of this scholarly project was to develop a comprehensive document that describes the role of the occupational therapist in working with clients and families affected by Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis CALS) from diagnosis to end-of-life care.
Method: A literature review was conducted using the AJOT, PubMed, CINAHL, and OT SEARCH databases. Information was gathered regarding current literature of ALS, the disease process, occupational therapy's role in ALS treatment, caregiver's role in end-of-life care, assistive technology, palliative care options, and additional support strategies. Additional ALS material was gathered from the ALS Association's informational manuals.
Results: Designed from the perspective …