PEDI-CAT
Pronunciation: PEE-dee-cat
Also written as: PEDI-CAT — Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory Computer Adaptive Test
Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory Computer Adaptive Test, measuring functional capabilities in children.
Full Definition
The PEDI-CAT is a comprehensive assessment tool that measures functional capabilities and performance in children and youth from birth through 20 years of age. Using computer adaptive testing technology, it efficiently evaluates four functional domains: Daily Activities, Mobility, Social/Cognitive, and Responsibility. The assessment provides both capability and performance scores, distinguishing between what a child can do versus what they actually do in their typical environment. It is widely used in pediatric rehabilitation and developmental medicine.
Usage
Usage note: Distinguish from the original PEDI assessment tool.
In Context
- "PEDI-CAT results indicate significant limitations in the Daily Activities domain requiring targeted intervention." — rehabilitation assessment
- "The PEDI-CAT will be administered pre- and post-intervention to measure functional outcomes." — research methodology