5.2 An Introduction To Frailty Flashcards
1
Q
What is the clinical frailty scale?
A
A scoring system to describe peoples frailty status. Scored from 1 to 9. 1 being very fit and 9 being terminally ill.
2
Q
Why is the clinical frailty scale useful in the acute setting?
A
Informs you of the patients baseline
Gives you an idea of what you are trying to achieve and therefore guides your management plan
3
Q
What scores are used to risk stratify patients with pneumonia?
A
CURB-65
Determines whether a patient needs hospitalisation
