Table 5.
Rehabilitation triage schedule
| Scores | Dyspnea | 6MWT | ADL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | No dyspnea at usual activity, performed at normal speed, or dyspnea only at extraordinary activity | ||
| 1x | Dyspnea at harder activity without pauses (climbing > 3 flights of stairs) | >350 m | Independent |
| 2x | Dyspnea at moderate activity with occasional pauses (walking slightly uphill and climbing <3 flights of stairs | 350–300 m | Minimal assistance needed |
| 3x | Dyspnea at mild activity and light exercise with many pauses (walking, washing, standing up) | 300–250 m | Moderate assistance needed |
| 4x | Dyspnea at rest, sitting, or lying down | <250 m | Totally dependent |
6MWT 6-min Walk Test, ADL activity of daily living