An investigation of a method of simplified scoring for the Kaufman Hand Movements test as a measure of limb apraxia

Author(s): Duffy, R. J., Belanger, S. A., Coelho, C. A.

Journal/Book: Percept Mot Skills. 1996; 82: PO Box 9229, Missoula, MT 59807. Perceptual Motor Skills. 267-271.

Abstract: A simplified, 3-category method for scoring the Kaufman Hand Movements test was devised to replace a previously used, more complex 21-category scoring method. The concurrent validity and diagnostic sensitivity of the rescored test as a measure of limb apraxia were investigated in a reanalysis of the test protocols of 23 aphasic adults. Using the Limb Apraxia Test as the criterion measure, a Pearson r of .71 and predictive validity of 100% were obtained. These results encourage further investigation of the Kaufman Hand Movements lest as an efficient measure of limb apraxia.

Note: Article MR Neiman, Univ Connecticut, Dept Commun Sci, U-85, Storrs, CT 06268 USA

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