Score

Richmond Agitation-Sedation Scale

New

Single-item sedation/agitation score from +4 to −5.

Observed level

0

RASS

0

Alert and calm

Deep sedation (−4 to −5)
Light to moderate sedation (target usually −2 to 0)
Alert and calm
Agitated: look for pain, delirium, hypoxia, withdrawal

Formula

rass

References

  1. Sessler CN, et al. The Richmond Agitation-Sedation Scale: validity and reliability in adult intensive care unit patients. Am J Respir Crit Care Med 2002;166:1338-44.

Used in

Sedation targets, RASS and sedative choiceDaily ICU checklist (FAST HUGS BID)Structure of the daily ICU round

Calculators support, not replace, clinical judgement. Check inputs and units, and confirm doses with your unit protocol.