Functional Assessment Staging Test (FAST)

The FAST is a clinician-administered tool used to assess the functional stages of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. It helps in monitoring the progression of the disease.

Overview

The FAST is used to assess the functional stages of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

TARGET POPULATION

Older Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

16

TIME TO COMPLETE

10-15

minutes

FORMAT

Clinician-administered

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each stage is described with specific functional abilities, with higher stages indicating greater impairment.

Interpretation: Higher stages indicate greater functional impairment.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High inter-rater reliability (Kappa = 0.85)

Validity: Validated through studies correlating FAST stages with clinical assessments of dementia.

Clinical Usage

Administration Instructions: Administered by a clinician.

Frequency: Used at initial assessment and periodically to monitor progression.

Use Cases: Used in clinical and research settings to assess and monitor dementia.

Research and References
Reisberg, B. (1988). Functional assessment staging (FAST). Psychopharmacology Bulletin, 24(4), 653-659.

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Functional Assessment Staging Test (FAST) FAQS

What is the FAST used for?

The FAST is used to assess the functional stages of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

How is the FAST scored?

Each stage is described with specific functional abilities, with higher stages indicating greater impairment.

Who uses the FAST?

It is typically administered by clinicians.

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