Glasgow Coma Scale Calculator
Clinical assessment tool for evaluating consciousness level and neurological function in emergency and critical care settings
GCS Assessment
Evaluate neurological responses accurately
Glasgow Coma Scale Results
Complete the assessment to see neurological evaluation and clinical recommendations
Understanding the Glasgow Coma Scale
Learn about this essential neurological assessment tool used worldwide in emergency medicine, critical care, and trauma management.
Clinical Components
The GCS evaluates three key neurological responses to assess consciousness level and brain function.
- • Eye Opening: Spontaneous to stimulated (1-4 points)
- • Verbal Response: Oriented to none (1-5 points)
- • Motor Response: Commands to none (1-6 points)
- • Total Score: 3-15 points (lower = more severe)
Clinical Applications
Essential tool for emergency departments, ICUs, and trauma centers worldwide for neurological assessment.
- • Trauma triage: Severity assessment and resource allocation
- • ICU monitoring: Serial assessments and trend analysis
- • Prognosis: Outcome prediction and family counseling
- • Documentation: Standardized neurological communication
Interpretation & Management
Score interpretation guides immediate clinical decisions and long-term management strategies.
- • 13-15: Mild injury - observation and monitoring
- • 9-12: Moderate injury - hospitalization required
- • 3-8: Severe injury - intensive care needed
- • ≤8: Consider airway protection and intubation
Emergency Contacts
For patients with severe neurological injuries (GCS ≤8) or rapid deterioration, seek immediate medical attention.
Important Medical Disclaimer
This Glasgow Coma Scale calculator is for educational and clinical reference purposes. The GCS should be performed by trained healthcare professionals and interpreted in the context of the complete clinical picture. Serial assessments are essential for monitoring neurological status. This tool does not replace comprehensive neurological examination, clinical judgment, or emergency medical care. Always seek immediate medical attention for severe head injuries or rapid neurological deterioration.