During the assessment, the nurse determines that the patient's Glasgow Coma Scale score is 15. What is the meaning of this number for this patient?
a. This patient is fully conscious.
b. This patient has movement but does not open the eyes or speak.
c. This patient is unable to respond to any stimuli.
d. This patient opens the eyes but does not speak or move.
ANS: A
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