This activity challenges a patient with executive dysfunction by utilizing the Goal-Plan-Do-Review approach when making a smoothie.
Goal: Clearly define the objective, such as preparing a nutritious smoothie with specific ingredients.
Plan: Outline the steps required, including gathering ingredients, measuring quantities, operating the blender, and cleaning up afterward.
Do: Execute the plan by following each step in sequence, encouraging the patient to focus on task initiation and sequencing.
Review: Reflect on the process and outcome by discussing what went well, any difficulties encountered, and strategies for improvement in future tasks.
This structured method supports the development of executive functioning skills such as planning, organization, problem-solving, and self-monitoring in a meaningful, functional context.
This activity challenges a patient with executive dysfunction by utilizing the Goal-Plan-Do-Review approach when making a smoothie.
Goal: Clearly define the objective, such as preparing a nutritious smoothie with specific ingredients.
Plan: Outline the steps required, including gathering ingredients, measuring quantities, operating the blender, and cleaning up afterward.
Do: Execute the plan by following each step in sequence, encouraging the patient to focus on task initiation and sequencing.
Review: Reflect on the process and outcome by discussing what went well, any difficulties encountered, and strategies for improvement in future tasks.
This structured method supports the development of executive functioning skills such as planning, organization, problem-solving, and self-monitoring in a meaningful, functional context.
