A simple guide to navigating occupational therapy in acute care
If you’re preparing for fieldwork, starting your first job, or refining your skills, you’re in the right place. This site is here to support you!
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Understand the OT role across med-surg, ICU, neuro, ortho, and trauma units—plus workflow, documentation, and productivity tips.
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Step-by-step breakdowns of acute care evaluations and evidence-based interventions by diagnosis, including stroke, ICU-acquired weakness, dementia, and upper extremity dysfunction.
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Learn how to interpret lab values, manage lines and tubes, monitor vitals, and know when to treat—or hold—therapy.
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Fieldwork survival tips, interview prep, confidence-building strategies, and honest guidance for your first acute care job.
What is Included?
The Acute Care Essentials Toolkit provides practical, evidence-based resources for OT students and new grads navigating the acute care setting.