Revised Trauma Score (RTS)
Quantifies physiological severity of trauma using GCS, systolic blood pressure, and respiratory rate
For use by health professionals only. This RTS calculator is for education and trauma audit support. It does not replace ATLS/trauma team assessment, local major trauma protocols, or clinical judgement.
Enter initial vital signs
Coded values (0–4): GCS: –, SBP: –, RR: –
RTS (unweighted, 0–12): –
RTS (weighted, 0–7.84): –
Triage-style interpretation: Not yet calculated
Enter GCS, SBP, and RR, then click “Calculate RTS” to see coded values, RTS scores, and interpretation.
Coded RTS ranges 0–12; in START triage, 12 = delayed (walking wounded), 11 = urgent, 10–3 = immediate, <3 = expectant/morgue. Weighted RTS (0–7.84) is often used for outcome prediction (e.g. TRISS). Lower scores indicate more severe physiological derangement.
The Revised Trauma Score (RTS) is a physiologic trauma scoring system that uses three easily measured variables on arrival:
- Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)
- Systolic blood pressure (SBP)
- Respiratory rate (RR)
It was developed as a quick, objective way to estimate the severity of injury and help with field triage, outcome prediction, and tools like TRISS.Wikipedia+1
