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What is the MDS 16 scale? Clarifying Assessments in Senior Care

Over 90% of nursing home residents undergo a comprehensive assessment, yet many people are confused by terms like the MDS. Let's clarify: the search for "What is the MDS 16 scale?" often stems from a mix-up with the Maladaptive Daydreaming Scale (MDS-16), a completely different tool from the Minimum Data Set (MDS) used in senior care.

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