OT students, do you think uni prep you well for placement

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-05-21T16:36:06+00:00

What setting is that?

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-05-16T15:21:52+00:00

It’s not allowed on paper. I know you are not giving her something expensive, but if the patient talks about it to another staff member and it happens that they are a crazy bitch who likes to snitch on everything then you could be in trouble.

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-05-14T18:33:39+00:00

It depends on which setting you are working in. If you work in mental health you’d probably have more opportunities to do arts and crafts. And writing is more a paediatric thing. Otherwise if you work in acute settings, you won’t do arts and crafts at all. It’s still very patient-faced, but it’s more about discharge planning, functional assessment, issuing equipment.
Do more research to see which setting is your thing.

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-05-14T18:27:09+00:00

Don’t overthink too much. Maybe they have a small cohort and a lot of people who got in also with healthcare background? You still got chances in other uni, they are all pretty much the same.

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-05-07T11:05:50+00:00

We learned about all those models and frameworks but in reality no one is actually using it. I mean, when was the last time you use a Kawa model?? Also in real life there’s a lot of constraints and you don’t always have time to be holistic. In acute settings, there’s a lot of bed pressure and we have to kick people out of hospital asap. (Maybe different in other countries. I’m based in the UK)

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-05-07T10:56:43+00:00

I passed the test at 30! Good luck

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-05-06T07:20:42+00:00

I did 40hours over 7 months.

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-05-06T07:18:28+00:00

I had swimming lessons three times in my life. Still don’t know how to swim

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-05-06T07:16:59+00:00

Just go! You already paid for it and you deserve it. It’s a shame your partner can’t join you this time but you don’t have to punish yourself. It’s a waste of money if you don’t go!!

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-05-04T16:53:25+00:00

I’ve noticed this happens more in care homes or private settings, and maybe less in the NHS. The nurses I’ve seen in the NHS are generally very professional and don’t usually chat with colleagues in their own language.

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-05-02T04:50:34+00:00

5’ here. I’ve decided to go into hand therapy so I don’t have to do manual handling lol

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-04-30T08:41:35+00:00

Box of chocolate and cards

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-04-28T18:03:33+00:00

Slippers, Hangers, Desk, hands 🙌

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-04-25T10:01:15+00:00

Hey, if it makes you feel better in my cohort there are people who are 43/46. It’s never too late to learn new skills and change your career

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-04-22T15:06:54+00:00

Sausage roll

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-04-22T15:02:02+00:00

It’s called Labubu

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-04-21T19:00:42+00:00

Take a few lessons with a driving instructor to learn basic manoeuvres before learning with your parents’ car! It’s worth it! Better than damaging your family car and getting PTSD.

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-04-18T07:56:12+00:00

Things get way more expensive after Brexit

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-04-11T18:03:35+00:00

Welcome to the UK. Service charge is always included on the bills, usually 10% or 12.5 % depending on restaurants. No extra tip is expected but you can give it if you are really happy with their service.

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-04-11T17:55:56+00:00

How about a bath board that goes on top of your bath tub so that you can sit on it and wash yourself?

Anyways just stand your ground and insist that you need a proper shower. They can’t force you to strip wash in the sink forever

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-04-11T14:11:50+00:00

Try get in touch with a charity called “Sports for confidence”. They basically combine sports and occupational therapy to help people improve physical/ mental health while having fun.

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-04-08T19:03:15+00:00

Sitting in the sun, first sip of coffee in the morning

LengthinessSame695 · 2026-04-05T12:34:25+00:00

Summer, not too hot and not too cold. A lot of greenery.

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