Inside these multidisciplinary teams, occupational therapists assess a person's routine, home environment, usage of assistive devices, capacity to move safely within the house, cognition, and care requirements. Based on this assessment, an intervention plan is developed with goals that focus on improving function, safety, and quality of life. The team may include other professionals such as physical therapists, social workers, speech-language pathologists, and psychologists. Occupational therapy is used in all areas of health care. It can play a role in prevention by modifying risk factors for illness (such as smoking cessation programs), in treatment of acute injuries or diseases (such as after surgery or trauma), and in rehabilitation following an injury or illness (such as after stroke). In addition to helping patients deal with the effects of illness or disability, occupational therapists can also help patients maintain or improve their ability to perform daily activities as long as they are not posing a risk to themselves or others. For example, an occupational therapist could work with you to develop strategies for bathing or dressing yourself if you are experiencing difficulties due to dementia or another cognitive impairment. Finally, occupational therapy can be used during hospital stays to help patients cope with the challenges of changing environments and adjusting to new treatments.