CAPS Pt. 1

CAPS Set-Up

• CAPS consists of 12 tests, each lasting 20 seconds
• To start, plug in the USB, open "CAPS EQ", click "New Test", and select the patient's information
• Select one of the 4 testing sets (ignoring the first one), and click "Next" to proceed to the calibration page
• Ensure the foam pad is not on the unit during calibration, and have the patient step on after calibration

CAPS Testing

• Instruct the patient to stand with feet together, hands by their side, and look straight ahead during the test
• Monitor the patient constantly to ensure their safety
• The first two tests involve standing on a flat surface with eyes open and closed
• After the first two tests, have the patient step off, and recalibrate the test with the foam pad
• The next four tests involve standing on the foam pad with eyes closed, and rotating/tilting their head
• Print and save the results of each set of tests (minh1, minh2, minh3)

Finishing the Test

• Disconnect the USB cable from the computer after completing all tests
• Combine the three CAPS files into a single PDF report using Adobe
• Save the PDF report to Norcal Brain Center and upload it to the patient's Jane account with a specific filename (e.g. "Minh Tran CAPS 7-11-22")
• Upload the report from the drive to the patient's Jane, and delete it from the drive once uploaded

This quiz covers the setup process of the Computerized Assessment of Postural System (CAPS) including preparing the equipment and creating a new test or patient profile.