cognitive behavior rating scale (CBRS)

A 117 item questionnaire that assesses 9 areas of functioning: 1) language deficits 2) apraxia 3) disorientation 4) agitation 5) need for routine 6) depression 7) higher cognitive deficits 8) memory disorder 9) dementia The CBRS also includes questions on: 1) educational & occupational background 2) current social situation 3) activities of daily living Caregivers use a 5-point scale to rate items, based upon the patient's behavior. Advantages: 1) high test-retest reliability 2) ratings of dementia patients are higher than those of non demented patients on all scales except depression Disadvantages: 1) too long for routine clinical use 2) relies heavily on the impression of caregivers, who may not be able to make objective observations

References

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