The rehabilitation nurse uses the Functional Independence Measures (FIM) tool to assess the client's
A) attitude.
B) physical strength.
C) rehabilitation goals.
D) self-care capabilities.

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The FIM tool assesses the client on a 7-point scale over 18 areas of functioning to arrive at a score for the client's rehabilitation needs. The 18 areas are related to self-care, sphincter management, transfers, locomotion, communication, and social cognition.

The Rehabilitation Nurse Uses the Functional Independence Measures (FIM) Tool