Glasgow Coma Scale Assessment

What is the primary purpose of the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)?

• To assess cardiovascular function.

• To evaluate respiratory rate.

• To assess neurological function.

• To measure blood pressure.

How many areas of neurological function are assessed by the Glasgow Coma Scale?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

What is the highest possible score on the Glasgow Coma Scale?

• 10

• 12

• 15

• 18

A patient with the highest possible Glasgow Coma Scale score is considered to be:

• Unconscious and unresponsive.

• Fully alert, aware, and oriented.

• Responding only to painful stimuli.

• Making incomprehensible sounds.

What is the lowest possible score on the Glasgow Coma Scale?

• 0

• 1

• 3

• 5

A patient with the lowest possible Glasgow Coma Scale score is considered to be:

• Fully alert and oriented.

• Confused but responsive.

• Unconscious and unresponsive.

• Able to obey commands.

How many points are awarded for spontaneous eye opening on the Glasgow Coma Scale?

• 1 point

• 2 points

• 3 points

• 4 points

If a patient only opens their eyes in response to painful stimuli, how many points do they receive for eye opening?

• 1 point

• 2 points

• 3 points

• 4 points

A patient who is oriented to time, place, and person receives how many points for best verbal response?

• 3 points

• 4 points

• 5 points

• 6 points

If a patient responds with inappropriate words to questions, what score do they receive for verbal response?

• 2 points

• 3 points

• 4 points

• 5 points