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The Reaction Level Scale (RLS85). Manual and guidelines.

J E Starmark1, D Stålhammar, E Holmgren

  • 1Department of Psychiatry III, University of Göteborg, Lillhagen's Hospital, Sweden.

Acta Neurochirurgica
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

The Reaction Level Scale (RLS85) provides a reliable coma scale for assessing patients with acute brain disorders. This guide details RLS85 use, enhancing clinical assessment and ensuring consistent patient monitoring.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Clinical Assessment
  • Patient Monitoring

Background:

  • Acute brain disorders necessitate reliable assessment tools for patient monitoring.
  • Existing coma scales may present challenges in specific patient populations, such as intubated individuals or those with severe facial trauma.
  • The Reaction Level Scale (RLS85) was developed to address these limitations in assessing overall reaction levels.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the official manual and usage guidelines for the Reaction Level Scale (RLS85).
  • To outline the underlying concepts, limitations, reliability, and validity of the RLS85.
  • To provide a standardized training scheme for healthcare professionals using the RLS85.

Main Methods:

  • The study presents the established Reaction Level Scale (RLS85) manual and guidelines.

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  • It includes a review of existing data on the reliability and validity of the RLS85.
  • A structured training program for doctors, nurses, and assistant nurses is outlined.

    • Main Results:

    • The RLS85 is presented as a reliable tool for assessing overall reaction level in patients with acute brain disorders.
    • Information regarding the scale's known reliability and validity is condensed and presented.
    • A training scheme for healthcare professionals is detailed.

    Conclusions:

    • The RLS85 offers a dependable method for assessing patient responsiveness in acute neurological conditions.
    • Standardized use and adherence to guidelines are crucial for valid comparisons across studies.
    • Users are encouraged to report any deviations from the manual to ensure scientific rigor.