Glasgow Coma Scale
The Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) assesses consciousness through Eye opening (1-4), Verbal response (1-5), and Motor response (1-6). Total score ranges from 3 (deep coma) to 15 (fully alert). Components must be recorded individually (E4V5M6). Score ≤8 suggests coma and may indicate airway protection needs for anaesthesia trainees.
