Why Is Assessment of Level of Conscious (LOC)the Most Important

question 29

Multiple Choice

Why is assessment of level of conscious (LOC) the most important aspect of the neurologic examination?

• A) The LOC is the most prognostic indicator of the patient's outcome.
• B) The LOC is generally limited to the Glasgow Coma Scale making it the quickest part of the assessment.
• C) In most situations the LOC deteriorates before any other neurologic changes are noted.
• D) The LOC is the easiest part of the neurologic exam and thus is generally performed first.

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