Definition
An indicator of whether an informal carer is a main carer, as represented by a code.
Components
Data Element (this item)
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Data Element ConceptInformal carer—main carer indicator
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Object ClassInformal carer
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PropertyMain carer indicator
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Value DomainYes/no/don't know code N
Representation
This representation is based on the value domain for this data element, more information is available at " Yes/no/don't know code N ".Data Type | Boolean |
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Format | N |
Maximum character length | 1 |
Value | Meaning | Start Date | End Date | |
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Permissible Values | 1 | Yes | ||
2 | No | |||
Supplementary Values | 9 | Don't know |
Comments
Guide for use:
A main carer is a carer who provides the most significant care and assistance related to a care recipient's capacity to remain living in their current environment.