Match the following descriptions with their corresponding levels of consciousness: A. Alert and responsive; B. Lethargic, somnolent, sleepy; C. Stuporous, confused; D. Semicomatose... Match the following descriptions with their corresponding levels of consciousness: A. Alert and responsive; B. Lethargic, somnolent, sleepy; C. Stuporous, confused; D. Semicomatose; E. Obtunded; F. Coma C | Drowsiness, may require gentle stimulation for response E | May have decreased cough or gag reflex, a medical emergency F | Difficult to arouse or awake D | Responds only to very painful stimuli A | Unconscious and unresponsive to any stimulation B | Normal level of consciousness
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to match specific descriptions related to levels of consciousness with their corresponding classifications. This involves understanding different states of consciousness and identifying the features that define each state based on the provided options.
Answer
A: B | B: E | C: D | D: F | E: C | F: A
A: B | B: E | C: D | D: F | E: C | F: A
Answer for screen readers
A: B | B: E | C: D | D: F | E: C | F: A
More Information
The levels of consciousness range from fully alert to completely unresponsive. Each of the terms describes a state of responsiveness and awareness varying from the norm (alertness) to severely impaired (coma).
Tips
A common mistake is confusing between stuporous and obtunded states. Stuporous is more severe than obtunded.
Sources
- Level of Consciousness - Clinical Methods - NCBI Bookshelf - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Emergency Care - PMC - PubMed Central - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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