An Inter-Rater Reliability Study of the Barthel Index.

Roy, C. W.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ388816

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Publication Date: 1988

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An Inter-Rater Reliability Study of the Barthel Index.

Roy, C. W.; And Others

International Journal of Rehabilitation Research, v11 n1 p67-70 1988

Twenty rehabilitation patients were assessed on their activities of daily living using the Barthel Index, and were also observed by two occupational therapists in a simulated home unit. Results indicated good inter-observer reliability, and good agreement between asking the patient and professional observation of the patient. (JDD)

Descriptors: Adults, Daily Living Skills, Disabilities, Evaluation Methods, Interrater Reliability, Observation, Rehabilitation Programs, Self Evaluation (Individuals), Test Reliability

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Language: English

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