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37.05.03   Barthel Index
Purpose: To measure of a patient's independence in mobility and personal care using the Barthel Index.    About Algorithm
 

Is the patient able to
 walk ?

 Yes   No
Please check the appropriate column for each ability
  Independent With help Unable at all
Feeding
Personal toilet
Getting on and   off toilet
Bathing self

Walking on level   surface

Ascend and  descend stairs
Dressing
Controlling   bowels
Controlling   bladder
  Independent With minmal help With major help Unable at all
 Moving from   wheelchair
   
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