nurses’ observation scale for inpatient evaluation (NOSIE)

nurses’ observation scale for inpatient evaluation (NOSIE) [developed by G. Honigfeld and C.J. Klett,] , a 30-item scale designed to assess the behavior of patients on an inpatient unit. NOSIE is quick, simple to administer, and may be used to assess patients who may be too ill to participate in more interactive rating scales, including nonverbal individuals.