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Definition

A code set representing levels in the ability to eat without assistance.

Representation

Data Type Number
Format N
Maximum character length 1

Values

Value Meaning Start Date End Date
Permissible Values 1 Independent
2 Requires observation or rare physical assistance
3 Cannot perform the activity without some assistance
4 Full assistance required (totally dependent)
5 Tube-fed only

References

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Data Elements implementing this Value Domain 0