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 if Mrs.S has a fear of falling?
A) Activities-Specific Balance Confidence Scale
B) Tinetti Mobility Test
C) Berg Balance Scale
D) Functional Reach Test

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The Activities-Specific Balance Confidence Scale (ABC scale) is the most appropriate test to determine if Mrs.S has a fear of falling. The scale assesses an individual's perceived confidence in performing various activities without losing balance or falling. It consists of 16 items that assess a person's confidence level on a scale of 0-100%. A higher score indicates greater self-confidence in performing daily activities without the fear of falling.

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