Trauma Score (Original, 1981)
Original Champion Trauma Score.
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Trauma Score (Original, 1981)
What is Trauma Score (Original, 1981)?
Original Champion Trauma Score. Trauma Score is intended for use in: Adults.
How to Use the Trauma Score Calculator
- Enter Respiratory rate in /min.
- Enter Respiratory effort.
- Enter Systolic BP in mmHg.
- Enter Capillary refill.
- Enter GCS.
- Click Calculate to see your result and interpretation.
Formula & Version
This calculator uses formula version 1.0, last reviewed September 2026.
Clinical Considerations & Limitations
- Largely replaced in modern practice by the Revised Trauma Score, which drops the subjective capillary-refill and respiratory-effort components.
References
- Champion HR et al., Crit Care Med 1981;9:672-676
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trauma Score (Original, 1981)?
Original Champion Trauma Score.
Who is Trauma Score intended for?
Adults. Always confirm applicability to your specific patient before use.
What are the limitations of Trauma Score?
Largely replaced in modern practice by the Revised Trauma Score, which drops the subjective capillary-refill and respiratory-effort components.
What formula or reference does Trauma Score use?
Champion HR et al., Crit Care Med 1981;9:672-676
Is Trauma Score a diagnosis?
No. Trauma Score produces a score or estimate to support clinical decision-making — it is not a diagnosis and should be interpreted alongside full clinical judgement.
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