Which assessment tool(s) is (are) the most comprehensive exam of an older adult's func-tional status?
a. Katz Index
b. Fulmer SPICES
c. The Functional APGAR Evaluation Tool
d. The Older American's Resources and Services (OARS) instrument
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A Incorrect. The Katz Index is a basic assessment tool that evaluates most meas-ures of activities of daily living.
B Incorrect. The Fulmer SPICES assessment tool is shorter than OARS and less comprehensive.
C Incorrect. The Functional APGAR Evaluation Tool does not exist.
D Correct. OARS tool evaluates an older adult's ability, disability, and capacity in terms of social resources, economic resources, physical health, mental health, and ability to perform activities of daily living.
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