Clinical report: use of the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure in vision technology.

Full Abstract

BACKGROUND: The Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) has gained wide acceptance in general occupational therapy research and practice, however, the use of the COPM in assistive technology assessments and outcomes is not as well documented. PURPOSE: This clinical report discusses the utility of the COPM in assistive technology, as illustrated by the assessment and follow-up of clients requiring high technology vision aids. RESULTS: The COPM makes important contributions to the outcomes of providing vision aids. The COPM ensures a needs review that incorporates all areas of occupational performance, which in turn directs the clinician to match the technology to client needs. From a clinical perspective, the quantitative follow-up data are helpful to determine clients' improvement in occupational performance as well as their satisfaction with the assistive technology. For administrative purposes, the COPM results provides accountability to the funding agency. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: The COPM can be readily integrated into the assessment and follow-up of assistive technology service delivery and adds value to both components of the process.

Author information

Author/s: Petty, Linda S (LS); McArthur, Laurie (L); Treviranus, Jutta (J);

Affiliation: Adaptive Technology Resource Centre, University of Toronto, ON. linda.petty(-atsign-)utoronto.ca

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article

Journal: Canadian journal of occupational therapy. Revue canadienne d'ergothérapie (Can J Occup Ther), published in Canada. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2005-Dec; vol 72 (issue 5) : pp 309-12

Dates: Created 2006/01/26; Completed 2006/03/16; Revised 2008/02/21;

PMID: 16435592, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 2/18/2009, IMS Date: )

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