01
Front
What does level of consciousness describe?
Back
Level of consciousness describes a person’s arousal and alertness.
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2 Level of Consciousness and Glasgow Coma Scale Free Online FlashCards
Study 2 Level of Consciousness and Glasgow Coma Scale with 12 free online flashcards. Review key terms, definitions, and concepts with this interactive flashcard deck.
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02
Front
Which three response types does the GCS assess?
Back
Eye opening, verbal response, and motor response.
03
Front
Which response should be scored for each GCS component?
Back
Score the best observed response in each component.
04
Front
Why document E, V, and M separately instead of only the total?
Back
The total can conceal different response patterns. Separate scores show which component accounts for a response or a change.
05
Front
How should the verbal component be recorded for an intubated person?
Back
No. Record the verbal component as not testable (NT) and document why; inability to speak is not the same observation as no verbal response.
06
Front
What factors can make GCS components difficult to assess reliably?
Back
Sedation, language or hearing barriers, aphasia, facial injury, eye swelling, and motor impairment can interfere with assessment or interpretation.
07
Front
What is an important limitation of the GCS?
Back
It is a structured description of observed responses, not a complete neurological examination.
08
Front
What score is assigned for spontaneous eye opening?
Back
Spontaneous eye opening scores E=4.
09
Front
What verbal score applies when a person makes sounds?
Back
Making sounds scores V=2.
10
Front
What motor score is assigned for abnormal flexion?
Back
Abnormal flexion scores M=3.
11
Front
What is the sequence for assessing responses when stimulation is needed?
Back
Assess spontaneous behavior first; if needed, use verbal and then physical stimuli, following clinical training and local protocol.
12
Front
A person has E3, V4, and M6. What is the total?
Back
The total is 3+4+6=13, recorded as E3 V4 M6.
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