O terapeuta ocupacional
Example: O terapeuta ocupacional ajuda crianças a aprender a se vestir.
Definition
"O terapeuta ocupacional" refers to a health professional who assists individuals in developing, recovering, or maintaining daily living and work skills, often helping children learn activities like dressing themselves to improve their independence and quality of life.
Etymology
The term "o terapeuta ocupacional" comes from Portuguese, combining 'terapeuta' meaning therapist, derived from the Greek 'therapeutes' meaning servant or attendant, and 'ocupacional,' relating to occupation or work. Together, it indicates a therapist specializing in activities aimed at improving occupational skills.
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the occupational therapist