What are the Limitations of the Lawton IADL Scale?
Despite its usefulness, the Lawton IADL Scale has some limitations:
- Subjectivity: The assessment relies on self-reporting or caregiver input, which may introduce bias or inaccuracies. - Cultural Differences: The scale may not account for cultural variations in the performance of daily activities. - Focus on Physical Tasks: It primarily assesses physical tasks and may not fully capture cognitive or emotional aspects of functional status.
