Table 3.
Linking patient descriptions of PAH symptoms to LPH items
| Symptom* | LPH item(s) assessing concept |
|---|---|
| Shortness of breath (n=32) |
12. making you short of breath? |
| Difficulty breathing (n=15) | |
| Tiredness (n=34) |
13. making you tired, fatigued or lacking energy? |
| Fatigue (n=16) | |
| Exhaustion (n=14) |
2. making you sit or lie down to rest during the day? |
| Weak (n=7) | |
| Swelling in the ankles or legs (edema) (n=31) |
1. causing swelling in your ankles, legs? |
| Dizziness (n=13) |
No item to assess this symptom |
| Fainting spells (n=7) | |
| Palpitations (n=6) |
No item to assess this symptom |
| Headache (n=9) |
No item to assess this symptom |
| Problems with limbs (n=7) | No item to assess this symptom |
* Symptoms reported by 5 or more patients.