What are ADLs and IADLs?
ANSWER:
Everyday competence is determined by assessing how well people can complete activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs). ADLs are basic, everyday self-care tasks such as bathing, toileting, eating, walking, and dressing. IADLs are actions that require some intellectual competence and planning. Actions considered IADLs vary by culture. In Western culture, IADLs would include making and keeping appointments, taking medications properly, shopping, and paying bills. The number of older adults who need assistance with ADLs and IADLs has declined somewhat since the 1990s.
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