Which functional assessment tool asks about the mechanical and psychological factors affecting an older adult's ability to maintain an adequate diet?
a. Katz Index
b. FANCAPES
c. Functional Independence Measure
d. Older American's Resources and Service
B
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A Incorrect. The Katz Index assigns a score to an older adult's level of dependence in performing activities of daily living (ADLs).
B Correct. FANCAPES is a prioritized and comprehensive functional assessment tool used to evaluate basic needs and the older adult's ability to meet those needs; it asks pointed questions about fluids, aeration, nutrition, communication, activity, pain, elimination, and socialization.
C Incorrect. The Functional Independence Measure is the most comprehensive as-sessment for the rehabilitation setting and includes the evaluation of ADLs, mo-bility, cognition, and social functioning.
D Incorrect. The OARS tool examines an older adult's ability, disability, and ca-pacity to function in five categories.
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