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BEST TOOL: The Palliative Performance Scale (PPSv2) Version 2 is a communication tool for quickly describing a person’s current functional level. The PPSv2 allows more common language about performance status than the Karnofsky Performance scale from which it is based.
Instructions for Use of PPS (see also definition of terms) PPS scores are determined by reading horizontally at each level to find a ‘best fit’ for the individual that is then assigned as the PPS% score. Begin at the left column and read downwards until the appro-priate ambulation level is reached, then read across to the next column and ...
changes by adding ‘conf usion’ at PPS 60%. We revised PPS 30% to ‘normal or reduced’ intake. The ditto marks were removed to make it clear and easier to read PPS levels horizontally. We decided to call this a revision to Palliative Performance Scale version 2 (PPSv2) which is now the official PPS.
Instructions for Use of PPS 1. PPS scores are determined by reading horizontally at each level to find a „best fit‟ for the person. Leftward columns are “stronger” determinants, thereby taking precedence over others. 2. Begin at the left column and read downwards until the appropriate ambulation level is found. 3.
Palliative Performance Scale (PPSv2) Instructions: PPS level is determined by reading left to right to find a ‘best horizontal fit.’. Begin at left column reading downwards until current ambulation is determined, then, read across to next and downwards until each column is determined. Thus, ‘leftward’ columns take precedence over ...
Instructions for Use of PPS (see also definition of terms) PPS scores are determined by reading horizontally at each level to find a ‘best fit’ for the patient which is then assigned as the PPS% score.
Occasional assistance Significant disease Unable to do any work necessary Considerable assistance. 50 %. 40 % Mainly Sit/Lie. Mainly in Bed. Totally Bed Bound Totally Bed Bound Totally Bed Bound Extensive disease Unable to do most activity Extensive disease required. Mainly assistance. 30 %. 20 %. 10 %.
