Lawton Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Scale
The Lawton Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL) scale is designed to assess a person’s ability to perform more complex activities necessary for independent living within the community. These activities include managing finances, shopping, preparing meals, using transportation, housekeeping, and handling medications. Unlike basic daily living functions, such as bathing, dressing, and eating, these instrumental skills are often the first to decline, serving as early indicators of a need for assistance.
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The IADL scale is a valuable tool for healthcare professionals in evaluating a patient’s functional autonomy and determining the level of support required to maintain their independence.
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