FIM FIM Communication 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: In the FIM, communication comprehension refers to understanding which types of content?
- Auditory and visual (Correct answer)
- Written only
- Verbal only
- Visual only
Correct answer: Auditory and visual
FIM communication comprehension assesses the ability to understand auditory and/or visual communication.
Question 2: A patient who understands complex or abstract communication without difficulty would receive a FIM comprehension score of?
- 5
- 6
- 7 (Correct answer)
- 4
Correct answer: 7
A score of 7 (Complete Independence) is assigned when the patient understands complex and abstract information without difficulty.
Question 3: In FIM, a patient who understands only simple, routine conversation would receive a comprehension score of?
- 3
- 4 (Correct answer)
- 5
- 6
Correct answer: 4
A FIM comprehension score of 4 indicates the patient understands only simple, routine conversation or directions.
Question 4: Which FIM score indicates a patient understands in familiar contexts but needs extra time or has minor difficulty with complex information?
- 7
- 6 (Correct answer)
- 5
- 4
Correct answer: 6
A score of 6 (Modified Independence) indicates the patient understands in familiar contexts but may need more time or has minor difficulty.
Question 5: A patient who understands only basic needs or simple requests in the FIM communication domain would score?
- 1
- 2 (Correct answer)
- 3
- 4
Correct answer: 2
A FIM comprehension score of 2 indicates understanding of only basic needs or simple requests, requiring maximal assistance.
Question 6: In FIM, the comprehension item evaluates understanding of communication that is?
- Only spoken language
- Auditory and/or visual (Correct answer)
- Only written
- Only gestural
Correct answer: Auditory and/or visual
The FIM comprehension item specifically assesses understanding of auditory (spoken) and/or visual (written/gestural) communication.
FIM FIM Communication 1
In the FIM, communication comprehension refers to understanding which types of content?