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Table 2 Distribution of responses to EQ-5D-3 L items by all participants (n = 87)

From: Quality of life in older adults following a hip fracture: an empirical comparison of the ICECAP-O and the EQ-5D-3 L instruments

EQ-5D-3 L Item

Number (%)

Mobility

 I have no problems in walking about

18 (21)

 I have some problems in walking about

62 (71)

 I am confined to bed

7 (8)

Self-Care

 I have no problems with self-care

31 (36)

 I have some problems with self-care

48 (55)

 I am unable to wash or dress myself

8 (9)

Usual activities

 I have no problems with performing my usual activities

26 (30)

 I have some problems with performing my usual activities

36 (41)

 I am unable to perform my usual activities

25 (29)

Pain or discomfort (n = 85,2 participants refused to answer)

 I have no pain or discomfort

18 (21)

 I have moderate pain or discomfort

62 (73)

 I have extreme pain or discomfort

5 (6)

Anxiety or depression

 I am not anxious or depressed

47 (54)

 I am moderately anxious or depressed

32 (37)

 I am extremely anxious or depressed

8 (9)