Karnofsky Scale

Call or email the Hospice Team for the most accurate assessment of the patient’s eligibility.

Ph:
E:

100 – Able to carry on normal activity and work. Normal; No complaints’ No evidence of disease.

90 – Able to carry on normal activity and work. Able to carry on normal activity; minor symptoms

80 – Able to carry on normal activity and work. Normal activity with effort; Some symptoms.

70 – Unable to work. Cares for self; unable to carry on normal activity.

60 – Unable to work; dependent. Requires occasional assistance; care for most personal needs.

50 – Unable to work. Requires considerable assistance and frequent medical care.

40 – Disabled; dependent. Requires special care and assistance.

30 – Severely disabled. Hospitalized (or would consider hospitalization), death not imminent.

20 – Very sick. Active supportive treatment needed.

10 – Moribound. Fatal processes are rapidly progressing.