Glasgow Coma Scale Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 3 ranges for the Glasgow Coma Scale?
A
<8 Severe brain injury
9-12 moderate brain injury
13-15 mild brain injury
2
Q
What are the 3 categories evaluated on the GCS?
What is the possible range of scores on the GCS?
A
Eye opening (1-4) Best Motor Response (1-6) Verbal Response (1-5)
scored 3-15