Pediatric NIH Stroke Scale (PedNIHSS)
Quantifies neurologic deficit in children with acute stroke.
Pediatric NIH Stroke Scale (PedNIHSS) 1a. Level of consciousness
1b. LOC questions (age/month)
11. Extinction / inattention
Result0 points
Consistent with no stroke symptoms (range 0–42).
When to use
- Serial quantification of stroke severity in children roughly 2 years and older.
Formula
Sum of 15 items scored as in the adult NIHSS, adapted for developmental level. Range 0–42.