The Cohen-Mansfield Agitation Inventory is commonly used; it classifies behaviors as follows: Physically aggressive: For example, hitting, pushing, kicking, biting, scratching, or grabbing people or things Physically nonaggressive: For example, handling things inappropriately, hiding things, dressing or undressing inappropriately, pacing, repeating mannerisms or sentences, acting restless, or trying to go elsewhere Verbally aggressive: For example, cursing, making strange noises, screaming, or having temper outbursts Verbally nonaggressive: For example, complaining, whining, constantly requesting attention, not liking anything, interrupting with relevant or irrelevant remarks, or being negative or bossy The following information should be recorded: Specific behaviors Precipitating events (eg, feeding, toileting, medication administration, visits) Time the behavior started and resolved This information helps identify changes in pattern or intensity of a behavior and makes planning a management strategy easier.