Glossary Term

Observer-Reported Outcomes (ObsRO)

Assessments provided by someone other than the patient, often a parent or caregiver.

ObsRO are ratings provided by an observer such as a parent, teacher, or caregiver. They’re useful when children are too young to self-report or the construct requires adult observation (e.g., sustained attention in class).

In Puppet Interview studies, ObsRO can complement child PRO to triangulate findings. Keep instruments short and specific to reduce burden and improve reliability.

Related

PRO · Reliability · Validity

Peer-Reviewed Research

Use Puppet Interview with confidence

Ready to build developmentally-appropriate, child-friendly surveys? Log in to the app or return to the homepage to learn more.