GCS scoring question

[Aruni Sen]

Score is likely  to be = 3, but really cannot be done.

There is some confusion in this context. GCS is the best possible score.
If someone is intubated and so cannot speak (but could have if the tube
was out), then GCS cannot be scored. Score has to be done before
intubation. Similarly, bilateral fractured arm cannot influence motor
score.

In this example, score before intubation is likely to be 3, as a patient
who is not opening eye, not moving is unlikely to have verbal function -
but may have some if the tube was out.

-----Original Message-----
From: trauma-list-bounces at trauma.org
[mailto:trauma-list-bounces at trauma.org] On Behalf Of Ronald Simon
Sent: 05 September 2007 19:37
To: Trauma & Critical Care mailing list
Subject: GCS scoring question

Just a quick question for the group.
What is the GCS of this patient:
No spont eye opening
No movt to deep pain
Intubated
Is it 3, 3T or 2T?
Thanks
ron simon


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