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Rafael Baroni
on Nov 01, 2024
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The nurse is reviewing a patient's medical record and notes that he is in a coma. Using the Glasgow Coma Scale, which number indicates that the patient is in a coma?
A) 6
B) 12
C) 15
D) 24
Glasgow Coma Scale
A clinical scale used to assess the consciousness level of a person after a brain injury, based on responses to stimuli.
Coma
A state of deep unconsciousness that lasts for a prolonged period, from which the patient cannot be awakened, often resulting from injury or illness affecting the brain.
- Acquire the ability to evaluate and analyze vital signs and reflexes within the context of a thorough neurological assessment.
- Recognize the significance of patient history and physical symptoms in the diagnosis of neurological conditions.
Verified Answer
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire the ability to evaluate and analyze vital signs and reflexes within the context of a thorough neurological assessment.
- Recognize the significance of patient history and physical symptoms in the diagnosis of neurological conditions.
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