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Mobility Assessments for Older Adults

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What does the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test specifically measure in older adults?

The static balance while standing

The time taken to complete a series of mobility tasks (correct)

The distance covered in a six-minute walk

The overall physical strength of the individual

Which assessment is primarily concerned with evaluating fall risk in older adults?

Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT)

Berg Balance Scale (BBS) (correct)

Timed Up and Go (TUG) test

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What is the primary purpose of the Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) in the context of older adults?

To assess fear of falling

To measure endurance and functional exercise capacity (correct)

To determine cognitive function while walking

To evaluate muscle strength in the legs

Which statement accurately describes a component of the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test?

<p>It involves a series of mobility tasks including turning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following assessments does NOT involve timed measurements?

<p>Berg Balance Scale (BBS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Standardized Assessments for Older People's Mobility

Timed Up and Go (TUG) test: Evaluates mobility by timing how long it takes an individual to rise from a seated position, walk a short distance (typically about 3 meters), turn around, return to the seat, and sit down.
Berg Balance Scale (BBS): A comprehensive tool used to measure balance and assess the risk of falls. It consists of 14 tasks that evaluate various static and dynamic balance aspects.
Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT): A test designed to measure an individual's functional exercise capacity by determining how far they can walk within six minutes, providing insight into their cardiovascular and muscular performance.

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This quiz covers key standardized assessments used to evaluate mobility in older adults. Key tests include the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test, the Berg Balance Scale (BBS), and the Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT). Understanding these assessments helps in identifying mobility limitations and fall risks in the elderly population.