Modified Rankin Scale (MRS) which shows the different levels in severity of an acute stroke

0- No symptoms.

1- No significant disability. Able to carry out all usual activities, despite some symptoms.

2- Slight disability. Able to look after own affairs without assistance, but unable to carry out all previous activities.

3- Moderate disability. Requires some help, but able to walk unassisted.

4- Moderately severe disability. Unable to attend to own bodily needs without assistance, and unable to walk unassisted.

5- Severe disability. Requires constant nursing care and attention, bedridden, incontinent.

6- Dead.