Arousal Flashcards
1
Q
Arousal
A
is a physiological and psychological state of being awake or reactive to stimuli
2
Q
Causes of decreased arousal
A
- Sleepy
- Too much medication
- Abnormal blood sugar
- Infection
- Hormone imbalance
- Alcohol
- Pain
- BP
- Confusion
3
Q
What should you ask?
A
- When did the decreased alertness happen?
- How long did it last?
- Has it ever happened before? If so, how many times?
- Did the person behave the same way during past episodes?
4
Q
When should you be alarmed?
A
If pt is in a different state of arousal
5
Q
What is an outcome tool used in hospitals to test arousal?
A
Glasgow Coma Scale
6
Q
What are the 3 sections to the Glasgow coma scale?
A
- Motor Response
- Eye Opening
- Verbal Response
- 15 points possible
