Handout Archives – Page 34 of 83

Tracheostomy and Reasons for Cuffed versus Cuffless Tubes

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.

This handout provides visual and written education about why a tracheostomy would be needed. Includes information about different trach tubes that can be used.

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Transition Strategies to Support Children with Autism During Outdoor Social Activities

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.

This is a resource for families and providers of children with autism, who are looking for strategies to support socialization and transitions during restaurant dining, or other activities outside of the home.

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Total Hip Arthroplasty and the Role of Occupational Therapy

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.

Total hip arthroplasty comes with many questions from patients, including materials and approaches used, precautions, and what the recovery process will look like. This handout explains these items and focuses on the role of OT in the recovery from a THA.

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Total Communication Approach

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.

Often the total communication approach is misunderstood by patients and family members because they say “I don’t want to give up on speaking.” This handout explains how these strategies actually help support spoken language and communication abilities.

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Tongue Exercises for Toddlers

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.

This handout breaks down exercises related to food and drinks separately and includes information on adaptive drink bottles to improve progress.

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Toileting Schedules

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.

This handout provides education for patients and caregivers over the importance of using a toileting schedule, and the potential consequences of incontinence.

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Tips to Improve Executive Functioning

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.

This handout provides information on pediatric executive function development as well as ways to improve a child’s ability to function in the classroom and other settings.

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Tips for Caregivers or Staff Working with Someone with Aphasia

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.

This handout is designed for staff, caregivers, friends, and family with those who have aphasia and provides specific strategies for both expressive and receptive communication.

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Tips for Caring for Someone with Dementia

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.

This is a handout outlining best practices for caring for someone who has dementia. Includes practical tips and strategies to optimize safety and independence.

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Tips for Successful Pivot Transfers

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.

This is a handout for caregivers of someone requiring max assist with transfers outlining best practices and safety during a pivot transfer.

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