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NEWS Score (ext.)

NEWS Score (ext.): calculated with the published clinical method, with result interpretation. A reference tool that does not replace a doctor's advice.

ℹ Reference calculation based on the published method. It does not replace a clinical examination or a doctor's decision.

NEWS Score (ext.)

Respiratory rate/min
SpO₂%
SpO₂ scale 2: hypercapnic respiratory failure (1 = yes)
Supplemental oxygen (1 = yes)
Systolic BPmmHg
Heart ratebpm
New confusion, or responds only to voice/pain, or unresponsive (1 = yes)
Body temperature°C
NEWS Score (ext.)
0points
NEWS Score (ext.): calculated with the published clinical method, with result interpretation. A reference tool that does not replace a doctor's advice.
Clinical risk
Low: routine monitoring

More about: NEWS Score (ext.)

What it calculates

The “NEWS Score (ext.)” calculator computes NEWS Score (ext.) in points from 8 parameters: respiratory rate (/min), spo₂ (%), spo₂ scale 2: hypercapnic respiratory failure (1 = yes), supplemental oxygen (1 = yes), systolic bp (mmHg), pulse (bpm), new confusion, or responds only to voice/pain, or unresponsive (1 = yes), body temperature (°C).

Used by professionals and patients to assess health metrics, dosages, and risks.

Example calculation

With parameters Respiratory rate = 16 /min, SpO₂ = 97 %, SpO₂ scale 2: hypercapnic respiratory failure (1 = yes) = 0, Supplemental oxygen (1 = yes) = 0, Systolic BP = 125 mmHg, Pulse = 75 bpm, New confusion, or responds only to voice/pain, or unresponsive (1 = yes) = 0, Body temperature = 36.8 °C the result is 0 points.

How to use

  1. Enter respiratory rate, spo₂, spo₂ scale 2: hypercapnic respiratory failure (1 = yes), supplemental oxygen (1 = yes), systolic bp, pulse, new confusion, or responds only to voice/pain, or unresponsive (1 = yes) and body temperature — each field above is adjustable with a slider.
  2. NEWS Score (ext.) (points) is calculated automatically as you type.
  3. Check the worked example below to see the formula applied to real numbers.
  4. Copy the result or bookmark this calculator.

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FAQ

How is BMI calculated?
BMI = weight (kg) / height (m)². Example: 70 kg / (1.75 m)² = 22.9. The WHO normal range is 18.5–24.9; below that is underweight, 25–29.9 is overweight, and 30+ is obese.
Is BMI accurate for everyone?
No. BMI does not distinguish muscle from fat, so athletes may show a high BMI with low body fat. It is also less reliable for teenagers, pregnant people, older adults, and very tall or short individuals.
What are the BMI categories?
Underweight: below 18.5. Normal: 18.5–24.9. Overweight: 25–29.9. Obese class I: 30–34.9; class II: 35–39.9; class III: 40+.
What is a better measure than BMI?
Body fat percentage, waist-to-height ratio (aim for under 0.5), and waist circumference give a clearer picture of health than BMI alone.

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