A trauma patient is being assessed with the Champion Revised Scoring System. What assessment data should the nurse use with this scoring system?
Select all that apply.
1. diastolic blood pressure
2. heart rate
3. Glasgow coma scale
4. systolic blood pressure
5. respiratory rate
Correct Answer: 3, 4, 5
The Champion Revised Scoring System analyzes three elements: the Glasgow Coma Scale, systolic blood pressure, and respiratory rate. The patient receives a total score; the highest score is 12. Although the diastolic blood pressure and heart rate are part of the patient's assessment, they are not included in the Champion Revised Scoring System.
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