This covers all aspects of mobility within a person’s living space. This assessment focuses on strength, mobility, and coordination. Examples include climbing stairs or changing position in bed on one’s own. The assessment is based on a four-point scale<\/strong> ranging from \u201cindependent,\u201d \u201cmostly independent,\u201d \u201cmostly dependent,\u201d to \u201cdependent.\u201d Mobility accounts for 10%<\/strong> of the overall score.<\/p>\n\n This module assesses aspects such as recognition, decision-making, and control. Examples include orienting oneself in space and time, recalling important observations, and recognizing risks in everyday life. The assessment is based on a four-point scale<\/strong>: ranging from \u201cpresent ability\u201d to \u201cmostly present ability,\u201d \u201cpresent to a limited extent,\u201d and \u201cabsent ability.\u201d Two criteria are also used here to assess the effects of hearing, speech, or language disorders.<\/p>\n\n This module focuses on behaviors and mental health issues resulting from recurring health problems that require support. Examples include self-harming or aggressive behavior, resistance to care interventions, lack of motivation associated with a depressed mood, or inappropriate social behavior. The assessment focuses on how often a caregiver must intervene or provide support. This section evaluates the frequency<\/strong> of occurrence. For the overall grade, Modules 2 and 3<\/strong> are weighted together at 15<\/strong>%.<\/p>\n\n In this module, independence is assessed in the following areas: washing, dressing and undressing, eating, and toileting. For example, this assessment also evaluates how a person copes with the consequences of urinary or fecal incontinence. The assessment is based on a four-point scale<\/strong> ranging from \u201cindependent,\u201d \u201cmostly independent,\u201d \u201cmostly dependent,\u201d to \u201cdependent.\u201d Due to the particular importance of this module for nursing care, there are a few special considerations regarding assessment. The “eating” criterion is weighted three times, and the “drinking” and “use of the toilet\/toilet chair” criteria are each weighted twice. Self-sufficiency accounts for 40% of the overall score<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n This refers to how independently a person can manage therapies and other requirements related to their illness, and how often these measures are carried out. For example, this section records whether a person can take their medication on their own or whether they can administer insulin to themselves. But also whether one can visit a doctor’s office or a therapy center on one’s own. This accounts for 20% of the overall grade.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n This assessment determines whether the person can organize their daily routine independently and according to their own preferences, keep themselves occupied, and is able to interact with people in their immediate surroundings. The assessment is based on a four-point scale<\/strong> ranging from \u201cindependent,\u201d \u201cmostly independent,\u201d \u201cmostly dependent,\u201d to \u201cdependent.\u201d The organization of daily life and social interactions accounts for 15% of the overall score<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n In addition, Module 7<\/strong> covers activities outside the home, and Module 8<\/strong> covers household management. However, these two modules are not taken into account in the evaluation.<\/p>\n\n The so-called care level<\/strong> is determined based on the results<\/strong> of the assessment across all modules. To do this, the individual points are first added together. Everything is then converted into a weighted score according to a predetermined calculation formula. The result is the total score, which can range from 0 to 100 points. A score of 0 indicates that the person being assessed is completely independent, while a score of 100 indicates the greatest possible impairment of independence.<\/p>\n\n A total score of 12.5 points<\/strong> or more indicates a need for long-term care<\/strong>. The requirements for Care Level 1<\/strong> are then met. Care Level 2<\/strong> is assigned<\/strong> for 27 points or more, Care Level 3 for 47.5 points or more, Care Level 4 for 70 points or more, and Care Level 5 for 90 points or more.<\/strong> The requirements for Care Level 5 are also met if a person has completely lost the ability to grasp, stand, and walk, regardless of the number of points scored.<\/p>\n\n There are a total of five care levels, abbreviated as PG:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n The Federal Medical Service provides good and comprehensive information on the guidelines for long-term care assessments here<\/a>. In addition, the Federal Ministry of Health provides a free brochure here<\/a> covering all long-term care insurance benefits.<\/p>\n\n Would you like to receive free advice from our experts on care levels for adults and determine your individual needs?<\/p>\n\n\n\nModule 2: Cognitive and Communicative Skills<\/h2>\n\n
Module 3: Pathological Behaviors and Mental Health Issues<\/h2>\n\n
Module 4: Self-Care<\/h2>\n\n
Module 5: Requirements and Stresses Related to Illness and Treatment<\/h2>\n\n
Module 6: Organizing Daily Life and Social Interactions<\/h2>\n\n
Classification of Care Levels<\/h2>\n\n
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