Definition of Terms for PPS As noted below, some of the terms have similar meanings with the differences being more readily apparent as one reads horizontally across each row to find an …

Determine ambulation first and then assess activity, self-care, intake and conscious level sequentially. Patients with a Palliative Performance Scale of 40% and chronic or serious …

The Palliative Performance Scale version 2 (PPSv2) tool is copyright to Victoria Hospice Society and replaces the first PPS published in 1996 [J Pall Care 9(4): 26-32].

Choosing a ‘half-fit’ value of PPS 45%, for example, is not correct. The combination of clinical judgment and ‘leftward precedence’ is used to determine whether 40% or 50% is the more …

PPS scores are determined by reading horizontally at each level to find a „best fit‟ for the person. Leftward columns are “stronger” determinants, thereby taking precedence over others. Begin …

PPS may be used for several purposes. First, it is an excellent communication tool for quickly describing a patient’s current functional level. Second, it may have value in criteria for …

Unable to do normal work, some evidence of disease Unable to do hobbies or some housework, some evidence of disease Full