Research Platform
Issue Date: August 2019
Published Online: August 01, 2019
Updated: April 30, 2020
Support for Client-Centered Evaluations for Detecting Functional Impairments Among Breast Cancer Survivors One to Five Years After Treatment
Anne Fleischer, PhD, OT/L; Mary Fisher, PhD, PT; Laurie Bunger
Author Affiliations & Notes
  • Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY, USA
  • University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, USA
  • Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY, USA
Article Information
Education of OTs and OTAs / Pediatric Evaluation and Intervention / Rehabilitation, Participation, and Disability / Assessment/Measurement
Research Platform   |   August 01, 2019
Support for Client-Centered Evaluations for Detecting Functional Impairments Among Breast Cancer Survivors One to Five Years After Treatment
American Journal of Occupational Therapy, August 2019, Vol. 73, 7311500018. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2019.73S1-RP203A
American Journal of Occupational Therapy, August 2019, Vol. 73, 7311500018. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2019.73S1-RP203A
Abstract

Date Presented 04/05/19

This study provides support for client-centered perceived function evaluation tools compared to nonindividualized physical function assessment to assess breast cancer survivors' function. The COPM detected 30 to 39% perceived impairment (PI) in self-care, 40 to 44% PI in productive activities, and 40 to 47% PI in leisure activities. The DASH detected approximately 8% more physical function impairments and symptoms than the general population (17.8 vs 10.1).

Primary Author and Speaker: Anne Fleischer

Additional Authors and Speakers: Mary Fisher, Laurie Bunger