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MODIFIED ABNORMAL INVOLUNTARY MOVEMENT SCALE (AIMS)
Resident________________________________
Rate the severity of symptoms and circle score on the scale:
0-None 1-Minimal 2-Mild 3-Moderate 4-Severe
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Ask resident to sit in chair with feet flat on floor and hands on knees. Observe entire body movements. |
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Have resident hang hands unsupported, between legs or hanging over knees. Observe hands and other body areas. |
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Ask resident to open mouth. Observe tongue at rest. |
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Ask resident to tap thumb rapidly with each finger for 10 seconds, right hand, then left hand. Observe facial and leg movements. |
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Ask resident to flex and extend right arm, then left arm. |
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Ask resident to stand up. Observe entire body in profile. |
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Ask resident to extend both arms in front, with palms down. Observe trunk, legs, and mouth. |
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Ask resident to walk a few paces, turn and walk back to chair, and repeat once. |
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