Concerns the employee's ability to move around in his or her environment
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SCORE |
DESCRIPTION OF LEVEL OF EFFECT |
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0 |
No or minimal restrictions on mobility |
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1 |
Effects on mobility periodic or intermittent - in between episodes no restrictions. Effects continuing but mild (eg slowing of pace, need for a walking stick) (can do everything, but at a slower pace) |
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2 |
Mobility reduced, but remains independent of others both within and outside the home. Can travel but may need to have breaks, special seating etc |
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3 |
Mobility markedly reduced. Needs some assistance from others. Unable to use most forms of transport |
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4 |
Restricted to home and vicinity. Can only travel with door to door transport. Needs assistance of others |
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5 |
Severely restricted mobility (eg bed, chair, room). Dependent on others for assistance. Mechanical devices or appliances used (eg wheelchair, hoist) |