karnofsky performance scale

How is the KPS Score Determined?

The KPS score is assigned based on the patient’s ability to perform daily activities and their need for assistance. Here is a simplified breakdown:
- 100: Normal, no complaints, no evidence of disease.
- 90: Able to carry on normal activity; minor signs or symptoms of disease.
- 80: Normal activity with effort; some signs or symptoms of disease.
- 70: Cares for self; unable to carry on normal activity or do active work.
- 60: Requires occasional assistance but is able to care for most needs.
- 50: Requires considerable assistance and frequent medical care.
- 40: Disabled; requires special care and assistance.
- 30: Severely disabled; hospitalization is indicated, although death is not imminent.
- 20: Very sick; hospitalization necessary; active supportive treatment is needed.
- 10: Moribund; fatal processes are progressing rapidly.
- 0: Dead.

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