Table 3 List of variables used in case-mix algorithm
From: Development of a case-mix funding system for adults with combined vision and hearing loss
Variable | Type of measure | Source of variables | Items used to create variable |
|---|---|---|---|
Cognitive Performance Scale | Summary scale | interRAI CHA | Short term memory, cognitive skills for decision making, eating, making self understood |
Understands others | Single item | interRAI CHA | Ability to understand others (comprehension) |
Adapted or manually coded language | Single item | Deafblind Supplement | Use of an adapted or manually coded language as a form of communication |
Personal hygiene | Single item | interRAI CHA | Self performance in personal hygiene ADL |
Transportation capacity | Single item | interRAI CHA | Self performance capacity in transportation instrumental ADL |
Depression Rating Scale | Summary scale | interRAI CHA | Sum of frequency of: negative statements, persistent anger, unrealistic fears, repetitive health complaints, repetitive anxious complaints, tearfulness, sad/pained facial expression in last 3 days |