Glasgow Coma Scale

Glasgow Coma Scale

noun

A scale for measuring level of consciousness, especially after a head injury, in which scoring is determined by three factors: the ability to open the eyes, verbal responsiveness, and motor responsiveness.

Origin of Glasgow Coma Scale

After the University of Glasgow Scotland, where it was developed

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