The DRS contains 8 items. The first three items ("Eye Opening," "Communication Ability", and "Motor Response") are a modification of the Glasgow Coma Scale (scored in reverse), and reflect impairment and level of consciousness. Cognitive ability for "Feeding", "Toileting" and "Grooming" reflect level of disability. "Level of Functioning" and "Employability" reflect handicap.
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Disability Rating Scale (DRS)
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The DRS contains 8 items. The first three items ("Eye Opening," "Communication Ability", and "Motor Response") are a modification of the Glasgow Coma Scale (scored in reverse), and reflect impairment and level of consciousness. Cognitive ability for "Feeding", "Toileting" and "Grooming" reflect level of disability. "Level of Functioning" and "Employability" reflect handicap.