Research Article

A Pilot Study of the Impact of NHS Patient Transportation on Older People with Dementia

Table 1

Behaviour category codes (BCC) index.

Behaviour category codes (BCC)

High potential categories

AArticulationInteracting with others verbally or otherwise
DDoing for selfSelf care
EExpressiveExpressive or creative activities
FFoodEating or drinking
GGoing backReminiscence and life review
IIntellectualPrioritising the use of intellectual abilities
JJointsExercise or physical sport
KKum and goWalking, standing or moving independently
LLeisureLeisure, fun and recreational activities
NNod (Land of)Sleeping, dozing
OObjectsDisplaying attachment to or relating to inanimate objects
PPhysicalReceiving practical, physical or personal care
RReligionEngaging in a religious activity
SSexual expressionSexual expression, flirting
TTimalationDirect engagement of the senses
VVocationalWork or work-like activity
XExcretionEpisodes related to excretion
YYourselfInteraction in the absence of any observable other
ZZero optionFits none of existing categories

Moderate potential categories

BBorderlineBeing engaged but passively (watching)

Low potential categories

CCoolBeing disengaged, withdrawn
UUnresponded toAttempting to communicate without receiving a response
WWithstandingRepetitive self-stimulation of a sustained nature