CURB-65

 The severity of pneumonia is commonly assessed using scoring systems such as:

  • CURB-65:

    • C: Confusion (new onset)
    • U: Urea >7 mmol/L
    • R: Respiratory rate ≥30 breaths/min
    • B: Blood pressure (systolic <90 mmHg or diastolic ≤60 mmHg)
    • 65: Age ≥65 years
    • Score: 0-1 (low risk, outpatient), 2 (moderate risk, consider hospitalization), 3+ (high risk, hospitalization/ICU care).
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