A nurse is precepting a student nurse on the Neuro ICU. The nurse is explaining to the student about using the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) to gather information regarding what parameter?
A) Reflex activity
B) Level of consciousness
C) Cognitive ability
D) Sensory involvement
Ans: B
Feedback: The Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) examines three responses related to level of consciousness: eye opening, best verbal response, and best motor response. See Chart 63-4.
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