Hopefully, you were able to really connect with one of the residents at your memory care community. Considering all the assessment information gathered and using the format below, complete a 2 page narrative case study reflection paper.
OTA Student Name: Meagan McCullough, OTAS
Resident Name: R. T.
Medical Info: Alzheimers and Asthma
Life Story: While obtaining TR’s life story, I learned many things from her history, to her likes and dislikes, to seeing how easily distracted she was, and how easily confused she is. Overall, I enjoyed my time with RT and getting to know more about her. RT is a sweet lady who was born March 1927 in Wright City, Texas. She lived in a 2 and ½ bedroom house with her parents and her two brothers. She described …show more content…
From my observations, I can see that RT tends to shut down when she becomes confused on a topic by her repeatedly response of, “I’m really tired today.” RT used her response while performing the Running Stitch and would not continue to the Whip Stitch. I believe RT’s confusion keeps her participating in anything activities.
Behavioral Reactions Typically: RT’s typical behavioral reactions consisted of going with the flow, she never questioned what was going on, she just agrees and follows everyone else. If RT is not asked, she will not participate in the activity, but once she is encouraged to interact with everyone she is willing to do so. RT is usually, from my experience, very pleasant and easy to get along with.
Behavioral Reactions during Ax Experience: RT’s reactions before the Ax were mainly focused on her bad right shoulder, making sure it never was touched or had to move. When informing her that neither of the two would be bumped, she was willing to participate with the group. She participated in the ax by moving her left arm and both of her legs. RT’s participation was good for her, which required her to perform ROM in all planes all ranges, with the use of her good extremities. She informed me she really enjoyed being with everyone and the ax of “FitBall.” Her reactions of smiling and laughing followed up …show more content…
While building trust with RT, I was able to learn more about her past and her likes and dislikes, which helped further conversations. RT allowed me in, which helped us form a therapeutic relationship. RT, and my assistance, were able to participate with other residents and enjoy our time together. My ultimate goal for my time with RT, was to form a therapeutic relationship with her so she would trust me during gathering information of her Life Story and the ax, which she did.
Outcome Results of Ax Plan Implementation: My only expectation of the ax was for RT to actively participate and enjoy herself, which she did. During the first visit to Arabella, RT did not join the others in a game of Uno, she just watched from a distance. When asking RT to join in, she was worried about her bad right shoulder and sore left knee, but once telling her I would help her she gladly joined. RT enjoyed herself with the other residents and mentioned she would like to play “FitBall”
OTA Student Name: Meagan McCullough, OTAS
Resident Name: R. T.
Medical Info: Alzheimers and Asthma
Life Story: While obtaining TR’s life story, I learned many things from her history, to her likes and dislikes, to seeing how easily distracted she was, and how easily confused she is. Overall, I enjoyed my time with RT and getting to know more about her. RT is a sweet lady who was born March 1927 in Wright City, Texas. She lived in a 2 and ½ bedroom house with her parents and her two brothers. She described …show more content…
From my observations, I can see that RT tends to shut down when she becomes confused on a topic by her repeatedly response of, “I’m really tired today.” RT used her response while performing the Running Stitch and would not continue to the Whip Stitch. I believe RT’s confusion keeps her participating in anything activities.
Behavioral Reactions Typically: RT’s typical behavioral reactions consisted of going with the flow, she never questioned what was going on, she just agrees and follows everyone else. If RT is not asked, she will not participate in the activity, but once she is encouraged to interact with everyone she is willing to do so. RT is usually, from my experience, very pleasant and easy to get along with.
Behavioral Reactions during Ax Experience: RT’s reactions before the Ax were mainly focused on her bad right shoulder, making sure it never was touched or had to move. When informing her that neither of the two would be bumped, she was willing to participate with the group. She participated in the ax by moving her left arm and both of her legs. RT’s participation was good for her, which required her to perform ROM in all planes all ranges, with the use of her good extremities. She informed me she really enjoyed being with everyone and the ax of “FitBall.” Her reactions of smiling and laughing followed up …show more content…
While building trust with RT, I was able to learn more about her past and her likes and dislikes, which helped further conversations. RT allowed me in, which helped us form a therapeutic relationship. RT, and my assistance, were able to participate with other residents and enjoy our time together. My ultimate goal for my time with RT, was to form a therapeutic relationship with her so she would trust me during gathering information of her Life Story and the ax, which she did.
Outcome Results of Ax Plan Implementation: My only expectation of the ax was for RT to actively participate and enjoy herself, which she did. During the first visit to Arabella, RT did not join the others in a game of Uno, she just watched from a distance. When asking RT to join in, she was worried about her bad right shoulder and sore left knee, but once telling her I would help her she gladly joined. RT enjoyed herself with the other residents and mentioned she would like to play “FitBall”