Criteria

Abbreviation

Description of Criterion

1)Validity/Reliability

V/R

Validity/reliability for dementia patients with agitation or anxiety

2)Observation Period

OP

When/how long must a patient be observed

3)Training Required

TR

Time needed to prepare for administration of scale

4)Time to Administer

TTA

how long does it take to complete the survey

5)Most Appropriate Administrator

MAA

Who implements the scale

6)Accessibility/Cost

A/C

Ease of getting the scale/cost to acquire it