An injured patient is assigned a total score of 9 on the GCS. He is assigned a score of 2 for eye opening, a score of 3 for verbal response, and a score of 4 for motor response. Which of the following clinical findings is consistent with his GCS score?

A. opens eyes spontaneously, is confused when spoken to, exhibits abnormal flexion
B. opens eyes in response to voice, makes incomprehensible sounds, localizes pain
C. opens eyes in response to pain, uses inappropriate words, withdraws from pain
D. eyes remain closed, makes incomprehensible sounds, exhibits abnormal extension


Answer: C. opens eyes in response to pain, uses inappropriate words, withdraws from pain

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