Assessment of severity of community-acquired pneumonia using the CURB-65 score9
| Parameter | Threshold | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Confusion of new onset | AMT≤8 | 1 |
| Urea | ≥7 mmol/L | 1 |
| Respiratory rate | ≥30 breaths/min | 1 |
| Blood pressure | <90 mm Hg systolic or <60 mm Hg diastolic | 1 |
| Age | ≥65 years | 1 |
AMT, abbreviated mental test.