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PBW Pflegezentrum Berlin West GmbH

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Care level calculator

Answer 23 short questions about everyday life. The calculator uses the same weighting as the Medical Service and shows immediately which care level is realistic.

Module 1: MobilityMoving around the home and changing position. Weighting 10 percent.

Changing position in bed

Maintaining a stable sitting position

Moving around inside the home

Climbing stairs

Module 2: Cognitive and communication skillsOrientation, memory and understanding in everyday life. Weighting 15 percent.

Orientation in place and time

Recognising people from the immediate environment

Understanding requests and situations

Communicating basic needs

Module 3: Behaviour and psychological problemsBehaviour that makes support necessary. Weighting 15 percent.

Restlessness at night

Anxiety, listlessness or low mood

Resistance to care measures

Module 4: Self-carePersonal hygiene, nutrition and using the toilet. Weighting 40 percent.

Washing and showering

Dressing and undressing

Eating and drinking

Using the toilet

Dealing with incontinence

Module 5: Illness and therapy-related demandsMedication, dressings, medical appointments and aids. Weighting 20 percent.

Taking medication

Dressing changes or wound care

Doctor and therapy appointments

Using aids such as a prosthesis or walker

Module 6: Organising everyday lifeDaily structure and social contact. Weighting 15 percent.

Structuring the day

Activity and rest

Contact with people outside the household