Which tool is used to assess an older person's functional capability?

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FIM (Functional Independence Measure) is a tool frequently used by healthcare professionals to assess an older person's functional capability. It measures the level of assistance an individual requires to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) such as dressing, bathing, and transferring. The FIM is also used to track an individual's progress over time and to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions aimed at improving functional ability. While ADL and MMSE (Mini-Mental State Examination) are important tools in geriatric assessments, they do not specifically assess functional capability. OBRA (Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) is legislation that governs nursing home care and does not provide a tool for assessing functional capability.

Which Tool Is Used to Assess an Older Person's Functional