Description

The Model of Human Occupation Screening Tool (MOHOST) is an assessment tool based on the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO), which was developed to understand the impact of activities and environments on human functioning and occupational engagement.

Analysis

MOHOST evaluates various aspects of human function:
Level and Nature of Participation: Assesses an individual’s ability to engage in daily life activities.
Skill Coordination: Evaluates the skills necessary for the successful execution of activities.
Activity Effectiveness: Measures the individual’s ability to perform tasks competently.
Environmental Support and Relationships: Examines the support the individual receives from their environment.
Autonomy and Self-Esteem: Evaluates the level of independence and self-worth associated with activity participation.

Objective

The main objectives of MOHOST are:
Functionality Assessment: To provide a comprehensive picture of an individual’s capacity to participate in daily activities and to determine their functional level.
Therapeutic Guidance: To assist in guiding therapy and interventions based on the individual’s needs, by identifying areas requiring improvement.
Assessment of Environmental Influences: To explore how the environment affects the individual’s activities and to identify supportive or limiting factors.

Scoring

Scoring for the MOHOST involves:
Questionnaire Completion: A healthcare professional completes the questionnaire based on observations and interviews with the individual.
Response Analysis: The responses are evaluated to determine the individual’s overall functionality across different domains.
Summary of Results: Results are summarized to create a complete picture of the individual’s functional status and needs.

References

Kielhofner, G. (2008). Model of Human Occupation: Theory and Application. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Miller, L. T., & Kielhofner, G. (2005). The Model of Human Occupation Screening Tool (MOHOST): Manual and User Guide. University of Illinois at Chicago.
Fitzgerald, S., & Kielhofner, G. (2012). Using the Model of Human Occupation Screening Tool to Assess Functional Performance in Occupational Therapy. Occupational Therapy Journal, 59(2), 155–168.