Instructions for Geriatrics Depression Scale 2025

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Instructions for Geriatrics Depression Scale in the editor.
2. Begin by reading each question aloud to the test-taker, ensuring they provide a clear YES or NO answer. If needed, repeat questions without accepting qualified responses.
3. For each response, cross off either YES or NO on the form. Pay special attention to depressive answers, which are bolded and should be circled.
4. Count one point for each depressive answer. The final score will reflect the total number of depressive answers, with scores indicating levels of depression: 0-4 indicates no depression, 5-10 suggests mild depression, and 11+ suggests severe depression.
5. If some items are unanswered, calculate the total score based on completed items and adjust for omitted ones as described in the instructions.
6. For patients who are aphasic, utilize a point-board or scale board to facilitate their responses effectively.

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