Thursday, November 3, 2011

the health care team

occupational therapist -  helps physically disabled clients adapt to physical limitations and is most qualified to help a child with cerebral palsy eat and perform other activities of daily living.

registered dietitian - manages and plans for the nutritional needs of children with cerebral palsy but isn’t trained in modifying or fitting utensils with assistive devices.

physical therapist - is trained to help a child with cerebral palsy gain function and prevent further disability but not to assist the child in performing activities of daily living.

nursing assistant  - can help a child eat; however, the nursing assistant isn’t trained in modifying utensils.

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