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New York Heart Association functional classes

THE CONTEXT
The New York Heart Association (NYHA) functional classification describes limitation of activity associated with cardiac symptoms.

Activity limitation and resting symptoms

FeatureDetails
Class I
There is no limitation during ordinary activity.
Class II
There is slight limitation during ordinary activity.
Class III
Normal activities are markedly limited, but symptoms are absent at rest.
Class IV
Physical activity cannot be undertaken without symptoms; symptoms may also be present at rest.
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