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APACHE II score predicts intensive care mortality based on 12 physiologic variables and chronic health. Higher scores indicate worse prognosis.
Stapsgewijze handleiding
- 1Score 12 variables: heart rate, mean BP, temperature, respiratory rate, oxygenation, pH, sodium, potassium, creatinine, hematocrit, WBC, Glasgow Coma
- 2Add age score and chronic health points
- 3Total 0-71; higher indicates mortality risk
Uitgewerkte voorbeelden
Invoer
Multiple abnormal vitals and labs in ICU patient
Resultaat
APACHE II = 25 (moderate-high risk)
Extensive calculation
Veelgemaakte fouten om te vermijden
- ✕Recalculating after initial admission (only first 24 hours counts)
- ✕Omitting any of the 12 components
Veelgestelde vragen
When is APACHE II useful?
Predicting ICU mortality, comparing patient cohorts, and understanding disease severity at admission.
What are limitations?
Requires many variables, doesn't predict individual outcomes well, and is computationally complex.
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