Levels of Consciousness TBI

Question 1

What is Alertness

Answer 1

Pt reponds appropriatly
- open eyes
- look at examiner
- respond fully and appropriatly to stimuly

Question 2

What is Lethargy

Answer 2

Pt appears drowsy
- open eyes
- look at examiner
- respond to questions
- falls asleep easily

Question 3

What is obtundation

Answer 3

pt can
- open eyes
- look at examiner
- responds slowly and confused
- demonstrates decreased alertness

Question 4

What is stupor

Answer 4

pt can
- be aroused but only with painful stimuli
- verbal respond slow or absent
- returns to unresponsive state
- min awareness of self

Question 5

What is coma

Answer 5

State of unconsciousness from which pt cannot be aroused
- eyes are closed