Occupational Therapy
What do occupational therapists help people do?
Participate as fully and independently as possible in their daily lives.
What is a leisure activity?
An activity someone chooses to do during their free time for enjoyment, relaxation, or personal fulfillment.
What year did the first person land on the moon?
1969
What can you install in your bathroom to help prevent slipping and falling?
Grab bars and non-slip mats or strips.
Where is Eric from?
Jericho, Long Island
What are the names of the two occupational therapy students who have been coming to Carter Burden Lehman for the past seven weeks?
Adele and Alexis.
Why is it important to make time for activities you enjoy?
Leisure activities support physical and mental health, reduce stress, promote socialization, and improve overall quality of life.
How many keys does a standard piano have?
88 keys
What should you remove or secure around your home to prevent tripping?
Loose rugs, clutter, electrical cords, and other obstacles.
What is the name of Eric's son?
Sebastian
What age groups and populations do occupational therapists work with?
Everyone, from birth through end-of-life care.
What game involves carefully removing blocks from a tower without making it fall?
Jenga
What is the only continent located in all four hemispheres?
Africa
When can falls be especially common during the day?
At night, particularly when getting up to use the bathroom in the dark.
How tall is Eric?
6ft
Are occupational therapists basically the same as physical therapists?
No! Occupational therapists focus on helping people participate in everyday activities, while physical therapists primarily focus on improving movement, strength, mobility, and physical function.
Bonus point: Give an example of how OT and PT might work together.
What character did Alexis paint on her pumpkin during our Week 4 pumpkin painting group?
Frankenstein
What is the largest bone in the human body?
The femur (thigh bone).
Why is it important to have good lighting between your bedroom and bathroom at night?
To help you see obstacles and avoid tripping or falling. Nightlights can be especially helpful.
What's Eric's favorite baseball team?
The NY Mets
What is an occupational therapist who specializes in hand rehabilitation called?
A Certified Hand Therapist (CHT).
Name one activity we have done together as a group over the past seven weeks.
Games, chair yoga, pumpkin painting, fall prevention, mandala coloring, or Name That Tune.
Who was the 26th President of the United States?
Theodore Roosevelt.
True or false: Falls are a normal part of aging.
False! Falls are not an inevitable part of aging, and many can be prevented
How long has Eric worked for Carter Burden?
2 and half years