KATZ Flashcards
1
Q
What does KATZ stand for?
A
KATZ Index of Independence
2
Q
The Katz provides a relatively quick and easy assessment for?
A
ADL
3
Q
The KATZ indicates level of __________ or _____________ and type of ________________ required.
A
independence or dependence and type of assistance required
4
Q
The performance is assessed in 6 functions, list them
A
Bathing, dressing, using the toilet, continence, transferring, and eating
5
Q
The KATZ examiner rates the individual after performance as _____________, _______________, or ________________.
A
Independent, assisted, or dependent
6
Q
What is a high score indicate? What does a low score indicate?
A
High score: independence
Low score: patient is very dependent
