General
gcs
What does gcs mean?
A standardized scale scoring eye, verbal, and motor responses from 3 (deep coma) to 15 (fully alert) to gauge level of consciousness after brain injury.
"GCS is 8 — we need to protect his airway."
Origin
Initialism of 'Glasgow Coma Scale,' developed in Glasgow in 1974.
Frequently asked questions
What does GCS stand for?
Glasgow Coma Scale — a scoring system that rates eye, verbal, and motor responses to measure a patient's level of consciousness.
What does a GCS score mean?
Scores range from 3 (deep coma, no response) to 15 (fully alert). A GCS of 8 or below often signals the need to protect the airway.
Where does the Glasgow Coma Scale come from?
It was developed in Glasgow in 1974 as a standardized way to assess consciousness after brain injury.
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