Assessment Tool: Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)
Score each of the three components based on the patient's best response. GCS ≤ 8 indicates severe neurological impairment requiring immediate airway assessment.
Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)
Standardised neurological assessment of level of consciousness across three domains: eye opening, verbal response, and motor response. Total score 3–15. Developed by Teasdale and Jennett (1974).
GCS severity guide
13–15
Mild / no impairment
9–12
Moderate impairment
3–8
Severe impairment / coma
Result
GCS: 0/15
E– + V– + M–
Severity: