patient acuity scale

A patient acuity scale is a tool used in healthcare to assess the level of care a patient requires based on their condition. It ranks patients from low to high acuity, indicating how complex or severe their health needs are. Higher acuity levels mean a patient needs more intensive monitoring and intervention, while lower levels indicate less urgent care. This helps healthcare providers efficiently allocate resources, prioritize treatment, and ensure that patients receive the appropriate level of attention based on their individual health needs.