Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)

Assess level of consciousness after traumatic brain injury.

This clinical tool is provided for educational and reference purposes. It does not substitute for clinical judgment.

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Eye Opening (E) 4 - Spontaneous
3 - To sound
2 - To pressure/pain
1 - None

Verbal Response (V) 5 - Orientated
4 - Confused
3 - Words
2 - Sounds
1 - None

Motor Response (M) 6 - Obeys commands
5 - Localising
4 - Normal flexion
3 - Abnormal flexion
2 - Extension
1 - None

Formula: Total Score = E + V + M.
Mild: 13-15 | Moderate: 9-12 | Severe: ≤8.

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