Lori Patria

Web Dropin #3

SLM 521

This activity will reinforce our class discussion regarding the different paradigms of cancer rehabilitation and the role of occupational therapy within each paradigm.

Directions: Visit the site: http://www.emedicine.com/pmr/topic226.htm . Use the chart below to identify the characteristics of the four different paradigms of cancer rehabilitation.

Paradigm	Characteristics
Preventative
Restorative
Supportive
Palliative

Given what you know about Occupational Therapy. Compare the role of the occupational therapist during each paradigm of cancer rehabilitation. You may refer to the website for the American Occupational Therapy Association for additional information.

Paradigm	Characteristics
Preventative
Restorative
Supportive:
Palliative