A screening test of auditory comprehension for individuals with severe physical disability (PACST)

Citation
Jg. Beaumont et al., A screening test of auditory comprehension for individuals with severe physical disability (PACST), BR J CL PSY, 38, 1999, pp. 1-4
Citations number
1
Categorie Soggetti
Psycology
Journal title
BRITISH JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
ISSN journal
01446657 → ACNP
Volume
38
Year of publication
1999
Part
1
Pages
1 - 4
Database
ISI
SICI code
0144-6657(199903)38:<1:ASTOAC>2.0.ZU;2-B
Abstract
Tests of auditory comprehension are frequently unsuitable for patients with physically disabling conditions as they require abilities such as good vis ion or physical manipulation of test materials. A suitable test is required to assess patients who can only indicate 'yes' or 'no'. This has implicati ons for enabling patients to make decisions about their care. A test consis ting of 60 Yes-No questions was developed from a larger set tested on norma ls. A clinical trial was completed and the test found to be a useful tool. It allocates patients to three groups: normal, impaired and chance performa nce.