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This version was machine-translated from German and has not been medically reviewed. The authoritative version is the German version.

Downes Respiratory Distress Score

Respiratory rate, cyanosis, retractions, grunting, breath sounds – neonatal RDS score 0–10

Respiratory rate
Cyanosis
Retractions
Grunting
Breath sounds (Air entry)

Calculation aid for healthcare professionals: the calculator reproduces what the sources cited assign to the inputs. Clinical assessment and every treatment decision remain with the treating physician. Inputs and results are not stored.