Which InterRAI scale screens for depressive symptoms?

Which InterRAI scale screens for depressive symptoms?

• A. CPS
• B. ABS
• C. DRS
• D. CHESS

Answer: (C)

Depressive symptoms are screened with the Depression Rating Scale, which combines mood-related indicators from the InterRAI assessment to identify signs of depression. A higher score points to more pronounced depressive symptoms and signals the need for further evaluation or intervention. This scale is distinct from others: the Cognitive Performance Scale focuses on cognitive function, CHESS measures health instability and risk, and scales that address behavior look at behavioral disturbances rather than mood.

Depressive symptoms are screened with the Depression Rating Scale, which combines mood-related indicators from the InterRAI assessment to identify signs of depression. A higher score points to more pronounced depressive symptoms and signals the need for further evaluation or intervention. This scale is distinct from others: the Cognitive Performance Scale focuses on cognitive function, CHESS measures health instability and risk, and scales that address behavior look at behavioral disturbances rather than mood.