Solomon and O’Brien’s Pediatric Skills for Occupational Therapy Assistants, 6th Edition
by Natasha Smet, OTD, OTR/L
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ISBN: 9780443127960
Copyright: 2026
Page Count: 696
Imprint: Elsevier
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Learn how to provide effective occupational therapy for children and youth! Solomon and O’Brien’s Pediatric Skills for Occupational Therapy Assistants, Sixth Edition, covers the entire scope of pediatric OT practice, from typical childhood development to pediatric conditions and treatment planning. Case studies and helpful tips reinforce your understanding and make it easier to apply OT principles to the clinical setting. New chapters address key topics in administration and emerging practice areas. Evidence-based briefs reinforce clinical insights, and theoretical frameworks are threaded throughout each section to illustrate clinical application. This 6th edition ensures that you are well-equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in contemporary pediatric practice.
NEW!Chapters on administration and emerging practice areas
NEW!Evidence-based briefs support clinical insights
NEW!More theory and/or frame of reference in each chapter enhances understanding
NEW!More OTA contributing authors bring their knowledge and expertise to the subject matter
NEW!Collaboration content explores the benefits of Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants working together
NEW!Enhancedebook version,included with every new print purchase, features video clips and review questions, plus digital access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
UPDATED!Content aligns with the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework
UNIQUE! Clinical Pearls boxes highlight practical advice from the authors and contributors, sharing what they have learned from years of experience
Coverage of cultural diversity and sensitivity issues addresses the many different groups of people that OTAs treat in practice
Information on preventive care takes the role of the OTA beyond intervention and treatment
Many case examples provide snapshots of real-life situations and solutions, helping you apply key concepts in a real-life setting
Family-centered perspective uses the terminology of the AOTA Practice Framework in showing how to tailor treatment to meet the needs of children from different environments
Key terms, outlines, and objectives at the beginning of each chapter prepare you for the information you're expected to learn from the chapter
Content reviews and questionsat the end of each chapter summarize key concepts and help you assess your understanding
Suggested activities in each chapter help you bridge the gap between the classroom and the clinic by exploring realistic situations
1. Scope of Practice 2. Family Systems 3. Medical Systems 4. Educational Systems 5. Community Systems 6. Principles of Development 7. Development of Performance Skills 8. Development of Occupations 9. Adolescent Development: Being an Adolescent, Becoming an Adult 10. The Occupational Therapy Process 11. Anatomy and Physiology for the Pediatric Practitioner 12. Neuroscience for the Pediatric Practitioner 13. Pediatric Health Conditions 14. A Holistic Approach to Mental Health and Wellness for the Occupational Therapy Assistant 15. Childhood and Adolescent Obesity 16. Intellectual Disabilities 17. Cerebral Palsy 18. Positioning and Handling: A Neurodevelopmental Approach 19. Activities of Daily Living and Sleep/Rest 20. Instrumental Activities of Daily Living 21. Play and Playfulness 22. School-Based Setting: Focus on Handwriting 23. Therapeutic Media: Activity with Purpose 24. Motor Control and Motor Learning 25. Sensory Integration and Processing in Occupation 26. Assistive Technology 27. Orthoses, Orthotic Fabrication, and Elastic Therapeutic Taping for the Pediatric Population 28. Animal-Assisted Therapy 29. Administration: Termination of Services, Documentation, Leadership, and Intraprofessional Collaboration 30. Identifying Emerging on Non-traditional Practice Areas in Pediatrics
Natasha Smet, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Clinical Professor; Hybrid Program Site Coordinator, USA
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