Problem Rating Scale for Outcomes

The Scale consists of three five-point, Likert-type scales for measuring the entire range of severity for the concepts of knowledge, behavior, and status.  Each of the sub scales is a continuum providing an evaluation framework for examining problem-specific client ratings at regular or predictable times.  Suggested times include admission, specific interim points, and discharge.  The ratings are a guide for the practitioner as client care is planned and provided; the ratings offer a method to monitor client progress throughout the period of service.  Using the Problem Rating Scale for Outcomes with the other two schemes of the Omaha System creates a comprehensive problem-solving model for practice, education, and research.

Concepts and Ratings of the Problem Rating Scale for Outcomes:

Concepts	1	2	3	4	5
Knowledge: Ability of the client to remember and interpret information	No knowledge	Minimal knowledge	Basic knowledge	Adequate knowledge	Superior knowledge
Behavior: Observable responses, actions, or activities of the client fitting the occasion or purpose	Not appropriate behavior	Rarely appropriate behavior	Inconsistently appropriate behavior	Usually appropriate behavior	Consistently appropriate behavior
Status: Condition of the client in relation to objective and subjective defining characteristics	Extreme signs/ symptoms	Severe signs/ symptoms	Moderate signs/ symptoms	Minimal signs/ symptoms	No signs/ symptoms