70189-6
SurveysFacial palsy [NIH Stroke Scale]
Definition
Tests the patient's ability to move facial muscles and is graded from 0-3
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Facial palsy
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
NIHSS
Details
Class
SURVEY.NEURO
Order/Observation
N/A
Related Names
FindingFindingsNEUROOrdinalPoint in timeQLQualQualitativeRandomScreenSurveySURVEY.NEURO
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 70189-6?
LOINC code 70189-6 identifies "Facial palsy [NIH Stroke Scale]". Tests the patient's ability to move facial muscles and is graded from 0-3
What does 70189-6 measure?
This code measures Facial palsy in ^Patient. It belongs to the SURVEY.NEURO class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.