Missed Opportunities to Soothe Distress: Occupational Therapy (OT) and the End of Life

Author

Joseph Mastrangelo, Cleveland State University

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Committee Members

Daniel Pilarski, Robin Chilton, Karen Keptner

Abstract

Hospice patients are underserved by rehabilitation professionals. This capstone, at the Hospice of the Western Reserve, advocate for occupational therapy services for hospice clients by demonstrating specific skills, identifying critical needs, and educating relevent stakeholders about the potential impact of OT for those at the end of life.

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Publication Date

Spring 2023

Keywords

hospice, psychosocial health, caregiver education, transdisciplinary team, stakeholder education

Disciplines

Occupational Therapy

Recommended Citation

Mastrangelo, Joseph, "Missed Opportunities to Soothe Distress: Occupational Therapy (OT) and the End of Life" (2023). Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters. 27.
https://engagedscholarship.csuohio.edu/ot_capstone_posters/27