Geriatrics

Lawton IADL Scale

8-item assessment of instrumental activities of daily living to evaluate independent living skills

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Input Parameters

Ability to Use Telephone

Shopping

Food Preparation

Housekeeping

Laundry

Mode of Transportation

Responsibility for Own Medications

Ability to Handle Finances

Clinical Note (Optional)

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