IADLskalor
IADL-skalor are standardized instruments used to measure an individual's capacity to perform instrumental activities essential for independent living. Instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) are more complex tasks than basic self-care and require planning, problem-solving, and physical ability. IADL-skalor provide a structured way to quantify functioning, track changes over time, and guide care planning in older adults, people with cognitive impairment, and those recovering from illness or injury. They are commonly used in geriatrics, neurology, and rehabilitation, and are often part of broader functional or cognitive assessments.
Common domains included in IADL-skalor are telephone use, shopping, food preparation, housework, laundry, transportation or getting
Other commonly used measures include the Pfeffer Functional Activities Questionnaire (FAQ), an informant-rated instrument with 10
Interpretation should consider cultural expectations, living situation, and education. IADL-skalor are valuable for detecting functional decline,