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Methodology Spot: May 2026

Test your knowledge with our methodology quick quiz. 

While completing an interRAI Palliative Care assessment, Philip explained he always feels hungry and always feels thirsty. He said he never feels satisfied and wants to be able to drink more fluids and eat more food.

What would be the correct coding for the following two items in the PC assessment?

D4a. Person reports feeling persistently thirsty during most of the day

0. No

1. Yes

8. Could not (would not) respond

D4b. Person reports feeling satiated or full after most meals

0. No

1. Yes

8. Could not (would not) respond

 

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Answers:

D4a. 1. Yes

D4b. 0. No