The Katz Index is scored on a 0-1 scale. A score of 0 indicates total dependence, while a score of 1 indicates independence. Each activity is assessed and assigned a score, with higher scores indicating greater independence. The total score for the Katz Index can range from 0-6.
Katz Index of Independence in Activities of Daily Living
Learn about the Katz Index to measure an individual's ability to perform everyday life tasks independently.
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The Katz Index is interpreted based on the total score. A score of 0 indicates total dependence in ADLs, while a score of 6 indicates complete independence. Scores in between indicate varying degrees of either dependence or independence.
The Katz Index of Independence in Activities of Daily Living measures a patient's ability to perform six different activities independently. These activities are bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring, continence, and feeding.
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