Mr. Sawaztki is a 64-year-old male who has recently retired and has had a mild stroke. He wants to receive occupational therapy services, but is not interested in outpatient care and does not qualify for home health. He inquires about the evidence regarding telehealth. As an occupational therapy practitioner, you are able to say telehealth OT intervention is:

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Current available evidence supports the use of telehealth as an effective means to provide services to community-based clients. Multiple studies demonstrate how services provided through telehealth are as effective or more effective than services provided in person (Bendixen, Horn, & Levy, 2007; Bendixen et al., 2007; Chumbler et al., 2012; Crotty et al., 2014; Dallolio et al., 2008; Hoenig et al., 2006; Kairy et al., 2009; Little et al., 2018; Ng et al., 2013; Sundsli et al., 2014). Telehealth offers a means to be client-centered by allowing clients to remain in their homes to receive services. Maintaining a client-centered approach to services in the client's natural context is also the focus of community-based service. In addition, telehealth can be a cost-effective approach, especially in rural areas where access to health-care services may be limited or unavailable.

Mr Sawaztki Is a 64-Year-Old Male Who Has Recently Retired