When performing the Functional Independence Measure (FIM), the nurse is aware the purpose of this tool is to:
a. assess the physical and psychosocial abilities in relation to the amount of assistance needed to complete activities of daily living (ADLs)
b. assess the cognitive and psychosocial abilities in relation to the amount of assistance needed to complete ADLs
c. assess the cognitive and motor function in relation to the amount of assistance needed to complete ADLs
d. assess the motor function and physical abilities in relation to the amount of assistance needed to complete ADLs
C
Functional Independence Measure (FIM) assesses the cognitive and motor function
in relation to the amount of assistance needed to complete ADLs.
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What will be an ideal response?