Mrs.S is a 65-year-old woman with a history of falling due to episodic loss of balance.The medical diagnosis is "balance disorder." Which of the following tests is the best choice to administer to determine whether Mrs.S has a fear of falling?
A)Activities-Specific Balance Confidence Scale
B)Tinetti Performance-Oriented Mobility Assessment
C)Berg Balance Test
D)Functional Reach Test

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The Activities-Specific Balance Confidence Scale is specifically designed to assess an individual's level of confidence in performing daily activities without falling. As Mrs.S has a history of falling due to loss of balance, this test is the best choice to determine whether she has a fear of falling.

MrsS Is a 65-Year-Old Woman with a History of Falling