Use the FAST tool to determine if changes in a patient’s condition are due to Alzheimer’s disease or another condition. If the change is due to AD progression, then any changes on the FAST scale will be in sequence—AD-related changes do not skip FAST stages.

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FUNCTIONAL ASSESSMENT STAGING (FAST) ASSESSED LEVEL Check (Applicable) 1 No difficulty either subjective of objectively. 2 Complains of forgetting location of objects. Subjective work difficulties. 3 Decreased job functioning evident to co-workers. Difficulty in traveling to new locations. Decreased organizational capacity.

2024年10月24日 · The FAST Scale is a tool developed by Dr. Barry Reisberg to assess the functional decline in patients with dementia, particularly those with Alzheimer's disease. It evaluates cognitive and functional abilities across seven stages of dementia.

2023年3月5日 · The FAST scale mirrors the 7 stages of dementia described below. The scoring is detailed in the chart below. If you want to download or print a copy, click the following PDF link:

4 Mild dementia 8-12 years old Decreased ability to perform complex tasks (IADLs) such as bill paying, cooking, cleaning, traveling, and handling personal finances. 5 Moderate dementia 5-7 years old Requires assistance in choosing proper clothing to wear for the day, season, and occasion. 6a Moderately severe dementia

Functional Assessment Staging Tool (FAST Scale) Identifies the functional abilities of people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Prognostication & scoring tool excerpt from the Compassus Hospice Eligibility Guide 199EG1121 © 1984 by Barry Reisberg, M.D. Adapted from National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization

The Functional Assessment Staging (FAST) scale is a functional scale designed to evaluate the more moderate–severe stages of dementia. In the early stages, the individual may be able to participate in the FAST administration, but usually the information should be collected from a caregiver or caregiving staff. FAST Functional Milestones

2008年7月31日 · FAST scoring instructions: The FAST Stage is the highest consecutive level of disability. For clinical purposes, in addition to staging the level of disability, additional, non-ordinal (nonconsecutive) deficits should be noted, since these additional deficits …

2024年7月10日 · A tool to assess functional assessment. Download Related Courses. Relieving Distress in People Living With Dementia and Their Caregivers