When using the CURB-65 tool, the nurse practitioner determines that a 60-year-old patient who is alert and oriented, has a respiratory rate of 25, BUN of 21 mg/dL, and blood pressure of 95/65 would fall under which category?

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The CURB-65 tool assigns points if a patient has new onset of confusion, elevated BUN (>20mg/dL), rapid respiratory rate (?30/minute), low blood pressure (<90 mmHg systolic or ?60 mmHg diastolic), and age ?65 years. A score of 0 to 1 indicates home management is safe, and a score ?3 indicates a need for hospitalization.

When Using the CURB-65 Tool, the Nurse Practitioner Determines That