Principles of Assessment

Question 1

What are the two broad types of OT measures?

Answer 1

1. Based on intended purpose.

2. Based on scope.

Question 2

What are the three types of ‘based on intended purpose’ measures?

Answer 2

1. Evaluate change over time.
2. Discriminate between different groups.
3. Predict future stats.

Question 3

What are the five types of ‘based on scope’ measures?

Answer 3

1. Generic.
2. Disease / symptom specific.
3. Regional / body specific.
4. Patient specific.
5. Single dimension / occupational enabler.

Question 4

What are the three measurement properties?

Answer 4

1. Validity: Measure what you want to measure.
2. Reliability: Same response repeatedly (inter rater + intra rater).
3. Responsiveness: Able to detect changes.

Question 5

What are the principles for selecting right assessment?

Answer 5

1. Practical to patients.
2. How long does it take / how much does it cost.
3. Alternative language / cultural adaptions available.
4. Reliable + valid.