Table 2 Dyspnoea measurement scales
From: Outcome measures in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): strengths and limitations
| Â | Type of scale | Type of stimulus | Items | Administration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BDI/TDI | multi-dimensional | everyday activities | 8/9 | interview |
MRC-Scale | uni-dimensional | everyday activities | 1 | self-administered by patient |
Borg-Scale | uni-dimensional | under exertion | 1 | self-administered by patient |