Which measure assesses independence in ADLs using 10 functional tasks?

Which measure assesses independence in ADLs using 10 functional tasks?

• A. Functional Independence Measure (FIM)
• B. Barthel Index
• C. MRC-SS
• D. TUG Test

Answer: (B)

Independence in basic daily tasks is assessed with a concise, standardized index that covers ten functional activities. The Barthel Index is designed precisely for that focus. It evaluates essentials like feeding, bathing, grooming, dressing, bowel and bladder control, toilet use, transfers (bed to chair and back), mobility on level surfaces, and stairs. Each activity is scored based on the level of assistance needed, and the scores are summed to a total from 0 to 100, where a higher total means greater independence. This simplicity and focus make it a practical tool for tracking how well someone can manage self-care and for planning discharge or rehabilitation goals. In contrast, measures that assess broader or different domains aren’t as directly targeted to ADL independence. The Functional Independence Measure covers more items, including cognitive and social aspects, and is more time-consuming. The MRC-SS evaluates muscle strength rather than daily living independence, and the TUG test looks at mobility and fall risk rather than overall ADL independence.

Independence in basic daily tasks is assessed with a concise, standardized index that covers ten functional activities. The Barthel Index is designed precisely for that focus. It evaluates essentials like feeding, bathing, grooming, dressing, bowel and bladder control, toilet use, transfers (bed to chair and back), mobility on level surfaces, and stairs. Each activity is scored based on the level of assistance needed, and the scores are summed to a total from 0 to 100, where a higher total means greater independence. This simplicity and focus make it a practical tool for tracking how well someone can manage self-care and for planning discharge or rehabilitation goals.

In contrast, measures that assess broader or different domains aren’t as directly targeted to ADL independence. The Functional Independence Measure covers more items, including cognitive and social aspects, and is more time-consuming. The MRC-SS evaluates muscle strength rather than daily living independence, and the TUG test looks at mobility and fall risk rather than overall ADL independence.