A Number of Assessment Rating Scales Are Available for Measuring

question 22

Multiple Choice

A number of assessment rating scales are available for measuring severity of depressive symptoms. Which scale would a nurse practitioner use to assess a depressed client?

• A) Zung Depression Scale
• B) Hamilton Depression Rating Scale
• C) Beck Depression Inventory
• D) AIMS Depression Rating Scale

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Definitions:

Learning

The process of acquiring new understanding, knowledge, behaviors, skills, values, or preferences through study, experience, or teaching.

Performance Standards

Benchmarks or expectations defined by an organization against which the performance of its employees is measured.

Quantifiable Terms

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Measure Reliability

The degree to which an assessment tool produces stable and consistent results over time.