The Caregiver Reaction Assessment Scale (CRA) is an instrument designed to assess specific aspects of the caregiving situation, including both negative and positive dimensions of caregiving reactions.
Caregiver Social Impact Scale (Poulshock & Deimling 1984)- a 19-item scale designed to measure the extent to which specific aspects of family life were altered as a result of caregiving for a frail elderly family member.
point Likert scale was used to evaluate the attitude of the caregivers (1 = strongly agree, 2 = agree, 3 = uncertain, 4 = disagree, and 5 = strongly disagree). There were 15 positively stated items and 16 negatively stated items. The negatively stated items had reverse scoring.
The Parent/Caregiver Involvement Scale – Short Form (P/CIS-SF) is a reliable measure of parenting in high-risk parent-infant dyads. The P/CIS-SF shows no floor effect with high-risk dyads, with the exception of teaching and learning environment.
The Caregiver Strain Index is a screening instrument which can be used to identify strain of. carers, assess their ability to go on caring and to identify areas where support may be needed. Strain was defined as 'those enduring problems that have the potential for arousing threat'
Scoring is 2 points for each 'yes', and 1 point for each 'sometimes' response. The higher the score, the higher the level of caregiver strain. VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY: Internal reliability coefficient is slightly higher (=. 90) than the coefficient originally reported for the CSI in 1983 (=.
What are common caregiver qualifications? Having relevant work experience and skills. Completing any required training. Passing a background check and general health check. Earning basic health certifications. Meeting age requirements. Possessing a valid driver's license, insurance and a good driving record.
The Caregiver Burden Inventory (CBI) was developed to measure the impact of caregiving on family members of patients, in particular those with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia 56. The scale is developed by considering the burden as the result of multiple aspects of the caregiver's life.