106415-3
ClinicalHester Davis scale total score
Definition
The Hester Davis Scale measures risk for anticipated physiologic falls using the factors of age, date of last known fall, mobility, medications, mental status, toileting needs, volume/electrolyte status, communication/sensory, and behavior, with multiple options per risk category. The category scores are summed to calculate the level of risk for falls. The scale has been validated for sensitivity and specificity in scoring fall risk.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Hester Davis scale total score
Property
Score
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CLIN.RISK
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Hester Davis scale total score
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 106415-3?
LOINC code 106415-3 identifies "Hester Davis scale total score". The Hester Davis Scale measures risk for anticipated physiologic falls using the factors of age, date of last known fall, mobility, medications, mental status, toileting needs, volume/electrolyte status, communication/sensory, and behavior, with multiple options per risk category. The category scores are summed to calculate the level of risk for falls. The scale has been validated for sensitivity and specificity in scoring fall risk.
What does 106415-3 measure?
This code measures Hester Davis scale total score in ^Patient. It belongs to the CLIN.RISK class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.