Table 2 Description of items
DIDTAS – Items for persons with dementia (PWDs) | |
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1. | PWD is able to remain attentive in the transfer situation |
2. | PWD is able to actively participate in the transfer situation |
3. | PWD has goal-orientated movement patterns in the transfer situation |
4. | PWD moves at a goal-orientated tempo |
5. | PWD has bodily control in relation to his/her surroundings |
6. | PWD does not express discomfort through body language in the transfer situation |
7. | PWD does not express discomfort through words/sounds in the transfer situation |
8. | PWD is independent in the transfer situation |
DIDTAS – Items for caregivers | |
9 | Caregiver provides instructions for transfer just before beginning transfer |
10. | Caregiver provides a clear verbal command about transfer |
11. | Request for transfer is followed by the caregiver waiting for a PWD to respond |
12. | If two caregivers are present, one of them assists with cooperation of the PWD □ Not applicable |
13. | Transfer situations are performed in a safe manner for the PWD |
14. | Caregiver adapts their actions to facilitate the transfer situation of the PWD |
15. | Caregiver maintains contact with the PWD during the transfer situation |
16. | Transfer aids are available before the start of the transfer situation |
17. | Interaction with the PWD is optimal for the transfer situation |