Asthma Severity Score

Name: Asthma Severity Score
Creator: Daniel Diaz-Gil, MD
Keywords: HASS, asthma, severity, score, wheezing, respiratory, exacerbation, pediatric, bronchospasm, O2 saturation

Assesses pediatric asthma exacerbation severity

Clinically Verified· 5 tests

For educational and informational purposes only. Verify all results before clinical application.

Wheezing *

Retractions *

Inspiratory/Expiratory Ratio *

Accessory Muscle Use *

O2 Saturation *

References

Ducharme FM, Chalut D, Plotnick L, et al. The Pediatric Respiratory Assessment Measure: a valid clinical score for assessing acute asthma severity. J Pediatr. 2008;152(4):476-480.[DOI]

Reviewed by Daniel Diaz-Gil, MD · Last updated March 2026

Medical disclaimer

This tool is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional clinical judgment. Always independently verify results before making clinical decisions.

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