| Autor: |
Bambrick, Rachel L., Dennis, Carole W. |
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Open Journal of Occupational Therapy (OJOT); Spring2018, Vol. 6 Issue 2, preceding p1-16, 18p |
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Background: This study examined how occupational therapists use play in their treatments when working with children with life-threatening conditions. Methods: This narrative qualitative study used an interpretive phenomenological approach to data analysis. Three semi-structured interviews were conducted with each therapist; interviews were designed to gather an understanding of how these occupational therapists work with children with life-threatening conditions and the ways in which they use play. Results: Four major themes arose from the interviews along with two sub-themes. The four major themes were: play as a means, playful moments, condition-dependent limitations, and reimbursement. The two subthemes were the importance of play and allowing for more play at end of life. Conclusion: Findings from this study suggest that while therapists value play as an occupation, they are typically using it as a means to another end in therapy with children with life-threatening conditions. In addition, therapists who incorporate play into treatment when working with children with life-threatening conditions face many challenges, including the limitations of insurance reimbursement and the confines of practicing in a hospital-based setting. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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