Performance Status Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
How is performance status (PS) 0 defined?
A
Fully active, no restrictions on activities
2
Q
How is PS 1 defined?
A
Unable to do strenuous activities, but able to carry out light housework and sedentary activities
3
Q
How is PS 2 defined?
A
Able to walk and manage self care, but unable to work
Out of bed > 50% of waking hours
4
Q
How is PS 3 defined?
A
Confined to bed or a chair > 50% of waking hours
Capable of limited self care
5
Q
How is PS 4 defined?
A
Completely disabled
Totally confined to bed or chair
Unable to do any self care
6
Q
How is PS 5 defined?
A
Death
7
Q
Which PS should a patient generally have in order to be fit for radical treatment?
A
PS 0-1
8
Q
Which PS should a patient generally have in order to be fit for chemotherapy?
A
PS 0-2
