L0_2016_Athens_Physics_Programme_V6

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Comparison of different scoring systems: Breathlessness
Persistent cough, SOB
at rest
SOB with minimal
exertion; limiting ADL 2
Mild dry cough, SOB
on exertion
SOB with moderate
exertion 1
None None 0
RTOG NCI CTCAE v4.0 GRADE
Death Death 5
Severe respiratory
insufficiency requiring
continuous O2 or
ventilation
Life threatening;
Urgent intervention
needed
4
Severe cough
requiring steroids/ O2
SOB at rest; limiting
self care ADL 3
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