STROKE STRENGTH

Stroke outcomes are ranked on a scale of 0- 6.

0 No symptoms.

1 No significant disability, despite symptoms; able to carry out all usual duties and activities.

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

3 Moderate disability; requiring some help, but able to walk without assistance.

4 Moderately severe disability; unable to walk without assistance and unable to attend to own bodily needs without assistance.

5 Severe disability; bedridden, incontinent and requiring constant nursing care and attention.

6 Dead.