PRISM III
Also written as: PRISM III — Pediatric Risk of Mortality III
A severity scoring system used to predict mortality risk in critically ill children based on physiologic variables collected within the first 24 hours of PICU admission.
Full Definition
The Pediatric Risk of Mortality III (PRISM III) is a validated scoring tool that uses 17 physiologic variables to calculate mortality risk in pediatric intensive care patients. The score is collected during the first 24 hours of admission and provides objective data for clinical decision-making, quality assessment, and research. Higher PRISM III scores correlate with increased mortality risk, making it essential for risk stratification in pediatric critical care.
Usage
Usage note: Always written in all caps with Roman numeral III.
In Context
- "The patient's PRISM III score of 15 indicated a moderate risk of mortality requiring intensive monitoring." — Clinical assessment report
- "Quality metrics showed improved outcomes despite similar PRISM III scores across the patient cohort." — Quality improvement document