title: Prediction of successful rehabilitation by nurse rating scale.
abstract: The predictive value of the NOSIE, a ward behaviour rating scale, was investigated in a group of long-stay patients. After a follow-up period of 3 1/2 years, it was found that all NOSIE scales differentiated continuing in-patients from those discharged. Regression analysis showed that age and florid psychoticism carried most predictive weight. These findings and the value of reliable rating scales for rehabilitation purposes are discussed.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006757:Hospital Units; D006801:Humans; D007902:Length of Stay; D008297:Male; D001523:Mental Disorders / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D008875:Middle Aged; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital; D011379:Prognosis; D011569:Psychiatric Status Rating Scales; D012044:Regression Analysis; D012803:Sick Role; D012919:Social Behavior