In the Treatment Planning Process, which step involves defining the problem after selection?

• A. Step 1: Problem Selection
• B. Step 2: Problem Definition
• C. Step 3: Goal Development
• D. Step 4: Objective Construction

Answer: (B)

Defining the problem clearly after selecting it sets the focused starting point for the plan. This step articulates what the problem is in observable terms, who is affected, the context, and how it impacts functioning, often including baseline data and contributing factors. By arriving at a precise problem statement, you establish what needs to change and create a concrete foundation for setting goals and measuring outcomes. From there, you move on to developing goals that address the defined problem, and then to constructing measurable objectives that specify how those goals will be achieved. The earlier step involves choosing which problem to tackle, while later steps translate that definition into actionable plans.