Which functional assessment tool asks about the mechanical and psychological factors affecting an older adult's ability to maintain an adequate diet?

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FANCAPES (Food, Assistance, Nutritional Status, Chewing/Swallowing, Appetite, Psychosocial, Economic, and Shopping) is a functional assessment tool that specifically addresses the mechanical and psychological factors affecting an older adult's ability to maintain an adequate diet. The Katz Index assesses activities of daily living, the Functional Independence Measure assesses functional abilities across multiple domains, and the Older Americans Resources and Services assesses an individual's eligibility for certain services and benefits.

Which Functional Assessment Tool Asks About the Mechanical and Psychological