Karnofsky Performance Scale15
| Value | Level of functional capacity |
|---|---|
| 10 | Normal, no complaints, no evidence of disease |
| 9 | Able to carry on normal activity, minor signs or symptoms of disease |
| 8 | Normal activity with effort, some signs or symptoms of disease |
| 7 | Cares for self, unable to carry on normal activity or to do active work |
| 6 | Requires occasional assistance, but is able to care for most needs |
| 5 | Requires occasional assistance and frequent medical care |
| 4 | Disabled, requires special care and assistance |
| 3 | Severely disabled, hospitalisation is indicated although death is not imminent |
| 2 | Hospitalisation is necessary, very sick, active supportive treatment necessary |
| 1 | Moribund, fatal processes progressing rapidly |
| 0 | Dead |