The OQLQ uses a 7-point scale with a score of 1 representing the worst possible function, and a score of 7 representing the best possible function.
The categories within each question are weighted, and the responses are summed for an overall index where 100 represents perfect function and 0 represents worst possible function.
A standardized rating of 1 represents the worst possible function (extreme difficulties, constant fear, extreme distress) and a rating of 7 represents the best possible function (no difficulties, no fear, no distress).
Physical function was assessed using the Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Functional Index (BASFI; on a scale of 0 = no functional limitations to 10 = worst possible physical function).
In this stage, starting from the worst possible objective function values, the decision maker is shown a set of points in the objective space, from which (s)he chooses one as the preferable point.
The specific dimensions were scored from 0 to 100 (worst to best possible functioning).
All these specific dimensions, scored from 0 to 100 (worst to best possible functioning), are calculated as the mean of item values when no more than half of the items are missing.
The patient ranks his or her perceived disability at the present time by selecting one of the five points of the scale (0 - "no pain or full ability to function"; 4 - "worst possible pain and/or unable to perform this function at all").
Not that our starting five of condemned prisoners were incapable of playing well; they just spazzed out at the worst possible moments and struggled to function as a unit.
It was the worst possible way to go out.
