qSOFA
Bedside flag for poor outcome in suspected infection
qSOFA
Bedside flag for poor outcome in suspected infection
0
0–1 — not flagged
Does not rule out sepsis; keep reassessing if suspicion persists.
A screening prompt, not a diagnosis of sepsis, and it is insensitive early.
Source: Singer M et al. The Third International Consensus Definitions for Sepsis and Septic Shock (Sepsis-3). JAMA 2016;315(8):801-810.Open
Interpretation
- 0–1 — not flagged — Does not rule out sepsis; keep reassessing if suspicion persists.
- ≥ 2 — flagged — Higher risk of prolonged ICU stay or death. Escalate assessment and treatment.
A screening prompt, not a diagnosis of sepsis, and it is insensitive early.
These tools do not replace clinical judgement. Interpret the result in the context of the whole patient.