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The Katz Index of Independence in Activities of Daily Living is a valuable tool used to assess the ability of individuals to perform daily activities independently. This guide provides clear and concise instructions for completing the Katz Index online to support effective evaluations.

Follow the steps to fill out the Katz Index accurately.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the Katz Index and open it in the editor.
2. Begin by entering the patient's name in the designated field labeled 'Patient Name:'. Make sure to provide the full name for accurate identification.
3. Next, input the Patient ID number in the 'Patient ID #' field. This helps in tracking and referencing the patient within the system.
4. Record the date of completion in the 'Date:' field to log when the assessment was performed.
5. Proceed to the 'Katz Index of Independence in Activities of Daily Living' section. For each activity listed (bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring, continence, feeding), assess the patient's level of independence and record points accordingly. Assign '1 Point' for independence and '0 Points' for dependence.
6. Calculate the total points by summing the points scored for each activity and input this number in the 'TOTAL POINTS:' field. Remember that a higher score indicates greater independence.
7. After completing all sections, review the form for accuracy and completeness.
8. Once satisfied, save your changes, and consider downloading, printing, or sharing the Katz Index as necessary for your records.

Get started with completing your Katz Index online today.