behavioral pathology in Alzheimer's disease rating scale

Evaluates delusions, paranoid ideation, hallucinations, aggression, activity, affective state, anxiety, phobias, & disturbances in circadian rhythms. The interviewer rates each of 25 items on a 4-point scale, based on information obtained from caregiver(s) & from clinical observation. Disadvantages: 1) dependent upon history & rater expertise 2) emphasizes delusions 3) lacks sufficient items on mood, agitation & other neuropsychiatric manifestations of Alzheimer's disease

References

Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment, Osterweil et al eds, McGraw Hill, New York, 2000, pg 109