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The document is a FIM™ score sheet specifically designed for assessing individuals with brain injuries. It includes sections for self-care, transfers, locomotion, communication, and social cognition, allowing healthcare professionals to evaluate the patient's abilities and needs post-injury. The scoring system ranges from complete independence to total assistance, providing a comprehensive overview of the patient's rehabilitation status.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the fim score sheet in the editor.
Begin by entering the patient's name, date of assessment, hospital/unit, and method of administration at the top of the form.
For each section (Self Care, Sphincter Control, Transfers, Locomotion, Communication, Social Cognition), carefully assess the patient's abilities and mark 'Yes' or 'No' for each item listed.
In the 'Explain reasons for giving this score' field, provide a brief justification for your scoring decisions based on observations or interviews.
Complete the FIM™ Total Score by calculating subtotals from each section and entering them in the designated area.
Finally, ensure that you sign and date the form at the bottom to validate your assessment.

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Are FIM scores still used?

Depending on where you work, your facility may still utilize the FIM but many facilities have begun to use the CARE, Continuity Assessment Record and Evaluation, Item Set. This tool was adopted by Medicare to be used as a standardized assessment tool at acute discharge and post acute admission and discharge.

What is the FIM scale score?

The FIM Scale The scale comprises 18 items, which are divided into two main categories: motor and cognitive functions. Each item is scored on a scale of 1 to 7, where 1 indicates total dependence and 7 indicates complete independence.

What are the 18 items on the FIM?

Motor Domain: Self-care (6 items) Eating. Grooming. Bathing. Sphincter control (2 items) Bladder management. management. Transfers (3 items) Bed/Chair/Wheelchair. Toilet. Locomotion (2 items) Walk/Wheelchair. Stairs. Communication (2 items) Comprehension. Expression. Social cognition (3 items)

How is FIM scoring ADLs?

The FIM measures the level of assistance required to perform 18 ADL tasks (see Table I) [19]. The tasks are categorized as either motor (13 tasks) or cognitive (5 tasks). Each task is scored on a 7-point ordinal scale to measure independence as determined by the amount of assistance required to perform each ADL task.

What is a FIM level?

The Functional Independence Measure (FIM) is an outcome measurement tool that doctors, nurses, and therapists use to assess patients ability to complete specific functional tasks while recovering from a stroke, traumatic spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, or cancer.

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What is FIM rating?

The Functional Independence Measure (FIM) is an 18-item instrument that assesses a persons level of independent functioning across physical and cognitive tasks, rating performance from complete independence to total dependence. It is commonly used in rehabilitation settings to evaluate progress and inform care needs.

What is a FIM score of 1?

Each item on the FIM is scored on a 7-point Likert scale, and the score indicates the amount of assistance required to perform each item (1 = total assistance in all areas, 7 = total independence in all areas).

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