A patient opens the eyes only to pain, speaks inappropriate words and withdraws from pain. What is the Glasgow Coma Scale score?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. 9: eyes 2, verbal 3, motor 4
- Step 1: Eyes opening to pain score 2, inappropriate words score 3 and withdrawal from pain scores 4. Step 2. The total is 2 plus 3 plus 4, which is 9. Answer: 9. Why not the others: A score of 11 uses higher component scores. A score of 7 uses lower ones. A score of 12 describes a milder injury.
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