Long-Term Impact of Model of Human Occupation Training on Therapeutic Reasoning

This general qualitative study explores occupational therapists' perspectives related to the long-term impact of Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) training on therapeutic reasoning in practice. MOHO is a widely used, occupation-focused theory that promotes participation and engagement in meaning...

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Published in:Journal of allied health 2019-10, Vol.48 (3), p.188-193
Main Authors: Bowyer, Patricia, Munoz, Lauro, Tkach, Melanie Morriss, Moore, Cary C., Tiongco, Cynthia Gorter
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Active Learning
Cancer
Cancer therapies
Coding
Credibility
Critical components
Critical Thinking
Discussion groups
Educational Opportunities
Grounded Theory
Interviews
Knowledge
Knowledge acquisition
Learning
Motor skill learning
Occupational therapy
Occupations
Planning
Qualitative research
Reasoning
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation Centers
RESEARCH ARTICLE
Resistance (Psychology)
Semi Structured Interviews
Skill Development
Skills
Stroke
Studies
Theory
Therapists
Therapy
Thinking Skills
Training
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Summary:This general qualitative study explores occupational therapists' perspectives related to the long-term impact of Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) training on therapeutic reasoning in practice. MOHO is a widely used, occupation-focused theory that promotes participation and engagement in meaningful activities for occupational adaptation. One-on-one, semi-structured interviews were conducted with six occupational therapists at a cancer rehabilitation center who previously underwent systematic MOHO training. Therapists acquired or expanded MOHO knowledge as a result of training and retained that knowledge 9 months later. They also implemented training-related practice changes including the provision of more holistic, clientcentered occupational therapy services and systematic use of the MOHO to reason in practice 9 months later. Specific results varied based on experience with the MOHO prior to study-related training. MOHO training promotes knowledge acquisition and positive practice changes long-term for occupational therapists in cancer rehabilitation. Similar trainings would meet therapists' desire to learn more about theory-driven practice and improve their clinical reasoning skills. Future research should explore how results transfer to other facilities and how therapeutic reasoning with the MOHO impacts quality of care. J Allied Health 2019; 48(3):188-193.
ISSN:0090-7421
1945-404X