FUNCTIONAL ASSESSMENT Flashcards
Function
characteristic action of body parts
characteristic performance of an individual
refers to all body functions, activities, and participation (WHO-ICF)
Impairment
body function is implicated in a condition
Goal of Any Rehabilitation Program
restore the highest level of physical, vocational, and social functions
ADLs
eating
bathing
dressing
transferring
toileting
walking/ moving around
2 Kinds of Assessment
Direct Assessment: physical body functions of the pt
Indirect Assessment: vocational and social functions of the pt
Functional Assessment
task analysis
take note of the difficulties, complaints, compensation
should be performed even if the pt is unconscious
ocular inspection
give minimal cues
observation of certain patient activities
evaluation of effects of injury on ADLs
highest level of function
Importance
for goal setting
establishing what is important and pt’s expectations
determine effect of condition or injury
indicators of initial abilities and progression
criteria for decision on admission and discharge
evidence of treatment effectiveness
3 Main Categories of Function
physical
psychological
social
Physical Function
basic ADLS
instrumental ADLs
Psychological Function
indirectly assessed by PT
observed and referred to another HCP
mental function
affective function
What do PT’s Assess?
ADLs
instrumental ADLs
work activities
sports and recreational activities
Level of Assistance
maximum assistance
moderate assistance
minimum assistance
stand by assist
independent
- modified independence
Kinds of Guarding
contact guard assist
close guarding
Maximum Assistance
PT does 70% of the movement
therapist applies 3 or more points of contact
Moderate Assistance
PT does 50% of the movement
therapist applies 2 points of contact
Minimum Assistance
PT does 25% of the movement
therapist applies 1 point of contact