Croup severity score used for research purposes primarily, but may also be useful clinically.
Interpretation
- 0-2 → Mild
- 3-5 → Moderate
- 6-11 → Severe
- ≥12 → Impending respiratory failure
Westley, CR et al. Nebulized racemic epinephrine by IPPB for the treatment of croup. Am J Dis Child. 1978; 132:484-7. Text