There are many methods to assess resident competency. In this report the author describes an experience that strongly suggests the superiority of direct observation compared to other methods. Literature comparing direct observation to other methods is cited. In addition ways to create time for direct observation and how to promote wider use of direct observation are discussed

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在那里：直接观察在居民评估中的重要性

有许多评估居民能力的方法。在本报告中，作者描述了一种经验，该经验强烈暗示了直接观察相比其他方法的优越性。引用了将直接观察与其他方法进行比较的文献。此外，还讨论了为直接观察创造时间的方法以及如何促进直接观察的广泛使用。