Work out triage priority score instantly with clear inputs, formula shown and shareable results.
Follows the Emergency Severity Index algorithm: life-saving need gives level 1, high risk gives level 2, then the expected number of resources and danger zone vital signs decide levels 3 to 5.
Emergency Severity Index v4
Level 1 immediate life-saving intervention; level 2 high risk, confusion, lethargy or severe pain; level 3 two or more resources; level 4 one resource; level 5 none. Danger zone vital signs upgrade level 3 to level 2
Educational estimate only. Not a substitute for professional clinical judgement, and must not be used to make treatment or dosing decisions.
No. Target times vary by system; the level itself is what the index defines.
Only through the danger zone step, which can upgrade a level 3 patient to level 2.