Applied Pathophysiology for Occupational Therapy: A Guide for Clinical Decision Making - Edition 1 - By Natalie Michaels, PT, EdD, GCS Emeritus, Sandy Stevens, Ph.D., OTR/L, Roya Rezadoost, OTD, OTR/L and Ashley Rabuck, OTD, OTR/L, CSRS Elsevier Educate

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Applied Pathophysiology for Occupational Therapy: A Guide for Clinical Decision Making,

Edition 1 A Guide for Clinical Decision Making

By Natalie Michaels, PT, EdD, GCS Emeritus, Sandy Stevens, Ph.D., OTR/L, Roya Rezadoost, OTD, OTR/L and Ashley Rabuck, OTD, OTR/L, CSRS

Publication Date: 06 Feb 2026

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Master essential pathophysiology concepts for occupational therapy practice! Applied Pathophysiology for Occupational Therapy: A Guide for Clinical Decision Making is a brand-new book that delivers comprehensive, system-by-system coverage of pathophysiology with a focus on its application in occupational therapy. Thorough information on health components includes cognition and mental health. This essential resource helps you recognize yellow and red flags in clinical settings and includes case studies to facilitate understanding and enhance occupational therapy performance across various settings.

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Comprehensive coverage uses a system-by-system approach to clinical pathophysiology for the occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant
Includes both cognitive pathophysiology and pathophysiology affecting mental health with application for occupational therapy
Clear guidelines help you learn to recognize yellow flags and red flags in the occupational therapy setting
Case studies enhance your understanding and highlight the practical application of key concepts to occupational therapy practice
Coverage across the life span addresses conditions affecting pediatric, adolescent, adult, and older adult populations
Enhanced eBook version, included with every new print purchase, allows digital access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud

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By Natalie Michaels, PT, EdD, GCS Emeritus, Professor, School of Occupational Therapy, Belmont University, Nashville, TN, USA; Sandy Stevens, Ph.D., OTR/L, Associate Professor, School of Occupational Therapy, Belmont University, Nashville, TN; Roya Rezadoost, OTD, OTR/L, Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Early Childhood program, Williamson County School District, Williamson County, Tennessee, USA and Ashley Rabuck, OTD, OTR/L, CSRS, Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Outpatient Clinic, Clarksville, Tennessee, USA

SECTION I: TYPICAL HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
The Patient Interview
1. Screening for Occupational Therapy
2. Red Flags and the Occupational Therapy Scope of Practice.
Pediatric Conditions
3. Pre-Natal and Genetic Pathophysiology
4. Typical Development and Pathophysiology During Infancy
5. Typical Development and Pathophysiology During Early and Middle Childhood
Adolescent Conditions
6. Female Adolescent Pathophysiology
7. Male Adolescent Pathophysiology
Adult and Older Adult Conditions
8. Early and Middle Adulthood Pathophysiology
9. Later Adulthood Pathophysiology

SECTION II: PATHOPHYSIOLOGY BY SYSTEM
Conditions by System
10. Pathophysiology and Neoplasms on a Cellular Level
11. Hematologic Pathophysiology
12. Integumentary Pathophysiology
13. Cardiovascular Pathophysiology
14. Pulmonary Pathophysiology
15. Gastrointestinal Pathophysiology
16. Hepatic and Biliary Pathophysiology
17. Urogenital Pathophysiology
18. Endocrine and Metabolic Pathophysiology
19. Environmental Pathogens and Neoplasms
20. Neuromusculoskeletal Pathophysiology

SECTION III: PATHOPHYSIOLOGY AFFECTING COGNITION
Cognition
21. Cognition: Definitions and Historical Overview
22. Cognitive Pathophysiology

SECTION IV: PATHOPHYSIOLOGY AFFECTING MENTAL HEALTH
Mental Health
23. Mood Disorders
24. Anxiety Disorders
25. Personality Disorders
26. Psychotic Disorders
27. Eating Disorders
28. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
29. Substance Abuse and Addiction Disorder

SECTION V: THE OT'S ROLE
30. The Role of the Occupational Therapist

ISBN: 9780443120787

Page Count: 300

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Occupational Therapy students; Doctor of Occupational Therapy (DOT); Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT); Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) students

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