Mental Status Assessment: Mam Kerstin Flashcards
1
Q
It was developed to assess the level of neurologic injury, and includes assessment of eye opening, speech and movement.
A
Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)
2
Q
A change in the patient’s LOC is the earliest and most sensitive indicator that his neurologic status has changed.
A
Level of consciousness
3
Q
What are the four (4) Level of Consciousness ?
A
o Alert
o Lethargic
o Stuporous
o Comatose- doesn’t respond appropriately to verbal or painful stimuli; can’t follow commands or communicate
4
Q
When assessing a client, you should:
A
o Check
o Observe
o Stimulate
o Rate
