Functional Independence Measure (FIM) Score

Category

Measure

self-care

feeding

grooming

bathing

dress upper body

dress lower body

toileting

sphincter control

bladder

bowel

transfers

bed, chair, wheelchair

mobility

toilet

tub or shower

locomotion

walker or wheelchair

stairs

communication & cognition

comprehension

expression

social interaction

problem solving

memory

Total

18 measures

for each measure

Score

complete independence, unaided

7

modified independence, with device

6

can perform with supervision

5

able to complete 75% of activity; needs minimal assistance

4

able to complete 50% of activity; needs moderate assistance

3

able to complete 25% of activity; needs significant assistance

2

unable to complete limited activity; requires total assistance

1