Table 1.

The Scleroderma Burden Index (SBI): “shortness of breath” items.

Problem AreaShortness of Breath
1. How much of a problem was shortness of breath?Not a problem0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10Very severe problem
2. How often was shortness of breath a problem?Never a problem0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10Very frequently a problem
3. How much did shortness of breath interfere with daily activities?Not a problem0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10Very severe problem
4. How often did shortness of breath interfere with daily activities?Never a problem0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10Very frequently a problem
5. How important a problem was shortness of breath?Not important0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10Very important