What parameters are evaluated in the Aldrete Score?

The Aldrete Score is designed to assess a patient’s readiness for discharge from the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU). The correct parameters evaluated in the Aldrete Score include activity, respiration, circulation, consciousness, and oxygen saturation.

Activity refers to the patient's ability to move limbs, which indicates their motor function recovery post-anesthesia. Respiration assesses the patient's ability to breathe adequately without assistance, which is crucial for safe recovery. Circulation evaluates blood pressure and heart rate, ensuring they are stable and within normal limits. Consciousness measures the patient's alertness and responsiveness, which is vital to ensure their cognitive function is intact. Finally, oxygen saturation checks how well oxygen is being transported in the blood, indicating respiratory efficiency.

Each of these parameters is critical in determining a patient's overall recovery before they are deemed fit for transfer to another unit or discharge. This comprehensive approach ensures that the patient has regained critical functions necessary for safe recovery from anesthesia.