Document Type
Capstone
Abstract
Objective: Developing nations lack the resources and trained professionals on a local level to provide healthcare services. Medical mission organizations host trips in developing nations to provide short term medical care to bridge the gap in services. However, Occupational Therapy (OT) services are underutilized within these organizations. This capstone project explores the expansion of OT services within one medical mission organization, specifically with their school based population, by using a sensory based lens to identify students that would benefit from OT services. Methods: The methodology portion of this project includes reviewing evidence based research articles. conducting needs assessment. completion of pre and post survey by stakeholders. and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data. A resource was generated lo identify students who need OT services. Interpretation: Per the data on tables 1-5 the attendee reports an increased understanding of sensory processing, the benefits of OT, and increased likelihood of seeking out OT providers for medical mission trips. Conclusion: This data supports the need for sensory based supports in the classroom in developing countries served by this medical mission organization. These outcomes support the overall need for OT services within medical mission organizations. Educating medical mission organizations on the broad scope of occupational therapy expands the reach and access to services.
Publication Date
4-2024
Recommended Citation
Pudlik, Rachel, "Identifying and Referring Patients for Occupational Therapy Services in Developing Countries" (2024). MOT Student Capstones. 21.
https://riches.cabarruscollege.edu/mot-student-capstones/21
