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Richmond Agitation–Sedation Scale (RASS) Score Calculator

Assess level of sedation or agitation in ICU patients.

Provides the RASS score interpretation: −5 (unarousable) to +4 (combative). Based on 3-step assessment: observation, verbal stimulus, physical stimulus. Target usually −2 to 0.

Dr. Helena Ortiz By Dr. Helena Ortiz
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Formula

RASS: −5 to +4 based on stepwise observation.

In depth

Provides the RASS score interpretation: −5 (unarousable) to +4 (combative). Based on 3-step assessment: observation, verbal stimulus, physical stimulus. Target usually −2 to 0.