Attributes of evidence-based occupational therapists in stroke rehabilitation.

Attributes of evidence-based occupational therapists in stroke rehabilitation. Can J Occup Ther. 2018 Nov 19;:8417418802600 Authors: Hallé MC, Mylopoulos M, Rochette A, Vachon B, Menon A, McCluskey A, Amari F, Thomas A Abstract BACKGROUND.: A better understanding of the features characterizing expert evidence-based occupational therapists in stroke rehabilitation is needed to inform the design of educational and knowledge translation interventions aimed at addressing research-practice gaps. PURPOSE.: The study aimed to identify the attributes of evidence-based occupational therapy stroke rehabilitation experts from the perspective of their peers. METHOD.: Forty-six occupational therapy clinicians and managers completed an online questionnaire asking them to nominate "outstanding" and "expert evidence-based" occupational therapists in stroke rehabilitation and to explain their choices. A thematic analysis of respondents' statements was conducted. FINDINGS.: Both outstanding and expert evidence-based occupational therapists were perceived to be motivated self-learners; to have extensive knowledge, skills, and experience; to act as scholarly practitioners; to achieve superior client outcomes; and to work in specialized settings. IMPLICATIONS.: The development of future strategies supporting occupational therapy students and clinicians to become lifelong learners should take into account key attributes of...
Source: Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy - Category: Occupational Health Authors: Tags: Can J Occup Ther Source Type: research