Pediatric Glasgow Coma Scale Calculator
Pediatric GCS (< 2 years)
Formula
Pediatric GCS = Eye (1-4) + Verbal (1-5, modified) + Motor (1-6) | Range: 3-15
Frequently Asked Questions
How does pediatric GCS differ from adult?
The pediatric GCS modifies the verbal scale for pre-verbal children: 5 = coos/babbles, 4 = irritable cry, 3 = cries to pain, 2 = moans, 1 = none. Eye and motor scales are similar.
What pediatric GCS score is concerning?
GCS <= 8 indicates severe injury requiring intubation and ICU care. GCS 9-12 is moderate. GCS 13-15 is mild but may still need imaging depending on mechanism.
At what age should adult GCS be used?
The pediatric modified verbal scale is used for children under 2 years. Children over 5 years can typically use the standard adult GCS verbal scale.
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