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Scale used to assess recovery from anesthesia. Give 0,1,2 points in each category then sum up to get recovery score.
category 1:
able to move 4 extremities voluntarily or on command = 2 points
able to move 2 extremities voluntarily or on command = 1 point
able to move 0 extremities voluntarily or on command = 0
category 2:
able to deep breathe & cough freely = 2
dyspnea or limited breathing = 1
apnea = 0
category 3
BP plus or minus 20 mmHg of pre-anesthetic level = 2
BP plus or minus 20-50 mmHg of pre-anesthetic level = 1
BP plus or minus > 50 mmHg of pre-anesthetic level = 0
category 4
fully awake = 2
arousable on calling = 1
not responding = 0
category 5
90% SpO2 on room air = 2
needs O2 inhalation to keep SpO2 >90% = 1
SpO2 < 90% despite O2 supplementation = 0
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What is Modified Aldrete Score?
The Modified Aldrete Score is used in post anesthesia care units to determine the oxygen saturation of a patient's blood. A score of 9 or above is required for a patient to be discharged.
When do you chart aldrete score?
Every 15 mins
What aldrete score does a patient need for discharge?
8-10
Is the Aldrete Scoring system copyrighted?
Although the Aldrete score was formally registered with the Copyright Office in 2004, ten years after it was first published, it does not appear that Dr. Aldrete has enforced that copyright in any way.
What is the Aldrete sedation assessment?
The aldrete score is a score of 1 through 10 assessing a patient after anesthesia. Most post anesthesia units use the Aldrete score as a discharge criteria. If a patient's score is 8 or below the doctor must be notified and the patient is not dischargable. The Aldrete score assesses level of consciousness, respirtory status, circulatory status, pain, and nausea.
How often should an aldrete score be done in pacu?
on admission into the pacu, 30 minutes after admission into the pacu, and at 60 minutes
What is the birth name of Mike Aldrete?
Mike Aldrete's birth name is Michael Peter Aldrete.
How tall is Mike Aldrete?
Mike Aldrete is 5' 11".
When was Sara Aldrete born?
Sara Aldrete was born in 1964.
What nicknames does Alexandro Aldrete go by?
Alexandro Aldrete goes by Alex.
When was Gregory S. Aldrete born?
Gregory S. Aldrete was born in 1966.
How tall is Marcos Eduardo Acosta Aldrete?
Marcos Eduardo Acosta Aldrete is 181 cm.
