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Last Updated: October 1, 2018

Barthel Index
Activity performance score in stroke victims
Activity

Scores (0, 5, 10, 15)

Feeding

0 = Unable

5 = Needs help cutting, spreading butter, etc., or required modified diet

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Bathing0 = Dependent5 = Independent (or in shower)--
Grooming0 = Needs help with personal care5 = Independent face/hair/teeth/shaving (implements provided)--
Dressing0 = Dependent5 = Needs help but can do about half unaided10 = Independent (including buttons, zips, laces, etc.)-
Bowels0 = Incontinent (or needs enemas)5 = Occasional accident10 = Continent-
Bladder0 = Incontinent, or catheterized and unable to manage alone5 = Occasional accident10 = Continent-

Toilet Use

0 = Dependent5 = Needs some help, but can do something alone10 = Independent (on and off, dressing, wiping)-
Stairs0 = Unable5 = N...