<p class="jove_content">During acute medical problems, older people may lose independence in activities of daily living (ADL). Assessment of baseline ADL and ADL on admission can guide personalized treatment plans aimed at preventing nosocomial dependence and ensuring better functional outcomes.</p>

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Assessment of Dependence in Activities of Daily Living Among Older Patients in an Acute Care Unit

During an acute medical problem, older people may lose functional independence. ADL scales are used to assess this loss of independence. The simplest and ...

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