The Glascow Coma Scale (GCS) was originally derived from data from adult head injuries; its use is therefore not always applicable or reliable in non-traumatic cases (particularly those which are complex) or children under a certain age.
Scoring Range = 3 to 15.
Severe is less than 9.
Scores of 8 or less should prompt strong consideration for airway management via intubation.
The motor score is the most predictive and clinically useful component.
See GCS Score below:
EYE OPENING 4 = spontaneous 3 = to voice 2 = to pain 1 = none
