PISA Score Calculator

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PISA Score Calculator (Postoperative Symptom Assessment) computes recovery and pain score. Formula: Total = symptom1 + symptom2 + pain_level. Scores 0-15; higher = more symptoms.

Formula

Total = Nausea + Vomiting + Pain; each component 0-5 (total 0-15)
  • PISA = Postoperative Symptom Assessment
  • 0-3: Minimal postoperative symptoms
  • 4-7: Mild symptoms; routine monitoring
  • 8-11: Moderate symptoms; consider intervention
  • 12-15: Severe; urgent intervention recommended
  • Commonly used in post-surgical recovery protocols

Example Assessment

Inputs
  • Nausea (0-5): 2
  • Vomiting (0-5): 1
  • Pain Level (0-5): 3

Nausea 2 + Vomiting 1 + Pain 3 = PISA 6 (mild symptoms, routine monitoring)

Frequently asked questions

What is PISA?
Postoperative Symptom Assessment score for tracking patient recovery after surgery
When should I use this?
In post-anesthesia care units (PACU) or recovery rooms to monitor symptom progression
What score is concerning?
Scores 8+ warrant active symptom management; 12+ require urgent intervention
How often should I assess?
Typically every 15-30 minutes in early recovery, then hourly as patient improves