Criticality Scale
| Score | If task is done incorrectly | Outcome | Risk to patient |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Data are compromised or invalid, but problem is not recognized immediately | May contribute to incorrect diagnosis or delays in patient care | High |
| 3 | Data may be suspect or not usable, but problem is recognized immediately | Data are recognized as not usable, so do not contribute to patient management; may cause delays, increased costs, inefficient patient care | Moderate |
| 2 | Data are suboptimal but still valid study | No impact on patient management, but remedial action may be initiated | Low |
| 1 | All data are valid | No negative impact on patient management | None |