EPISODE 10
Safety and Risk Management
Recommended Readings
Approach to Improving Patient Safety Communication
This article from PSNet by AHRQ explores strategies to improve patient safety communication, a crucial aspect of risk management during therapeutic sessions. It offers practical recommendations for enhancing communication between healthcare providers and patients.
Health Literacy Tool
Provides tools and strategies to improve patient safety by enhancing health literacy. It includes guidelines on how to communicate effectively with patients to ensure they understand their treatment plans and safety measures.
Creating a Safe and Comforting Environment for Therapy
This guide from Integrative Psychology provides practical tips on creating a safe and comforting environment for therapy, addressing physical setup, decor decisions, and considerations for both in-person and online therapy.
Key Areas of Risk for Occupational Therapy Practitioners
This white paper identifies key and emerging areas of risk for occupational therapy practitioners and provides strategies to reduce these risks, enhancing patient safety and ensuring compliance with professional standards.
How Technology Usage is Altering the Field of Occupational Therapy
Lindsay Hayes / Grand Valley State University (2012) • An article discussing the impact of technology on occupational therapy practices.
Technology in Rehabilitative Interventions for Children
Daniela Traficante and Alessandro Antonietti / Children 2022, 9, 598 • Challenges and opportunities in using technology for pediatric rehabilitation.