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Turner-Stokes L. Goal attainment scaling (GAS) in rehabilitation: a practical guide. Clin Rehabil. 2009 Apr;23(4):362-70. doi: 10.1177/0269215508101742. Epub 2009 Jan 29.
Erratum in: Clin Rehabil. 2010 Feb;24(2):191. PMID: 19179355.
Summary of article
Goal attainment scaling is a technique used for measuring whether goals set have been achieved. This article simplifies the method and process in order to set goals appropriately. This includes setting goals appropriately, measurement on a 5 point scale, quantifying the outcome, calculating a t- score and weighting of goals (optional). The article also includes some practical tips to make the goal attainment process as simple as possible.