The Glasgow Coma Scale and evidence-informed practice: a critical review of where we are and where we need to be

摘要

Aims and objectives. This paper aims to critically consider the evidence since the Glasgow Coma Scale was first launched, reflecting on how that evidence has shaped practice. It illustrates the lack of clarity and consensus about the use of the tool in practice and draws upon existing evidence to determine the route to clarity for an evidence-informed approach to practice.