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| Westley croup severity score (appropriate for use in children ≤6 years of age) |
The EBMcalc module Westley croup severity score (appropriate for use in children ≤6 years of age) is available in EBMcalc Complete Edition.
This calculator evaluates the following Clinical Criteria:
- Level of consciousness
- Cyanosis
- Stridor
- Air entry
- Retractions
References
- Westley CR, Cotton EK, Brooks JG. Nebulized racemic epinephrine by IPPB for the treatment of croup: a double-blind study. Am J Dis Child. 1978 May;132(5):484-7. PubMed ID: 347921
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