In the Adult Motor GCS, what score does a patient receive for obeying commands?

In the Adult Motor GCS (Glasgow Coma Scale), a patient who obeys commands is assigned a score of 6. This scoring reflects the highest level of responsiveness and indicates that the patient can follow simple instructions, demonstrating awareness and the ability to comply with verbal requests. The scale ranges from 1 to 6 for motor responses, with higher scores indicating better function and responsiveness. Thus, obeying commands earns the maximum score in the motor component, reflecting a critical aspect of neurological assessment in determining the level of consciousness and function in an emergency setting. This scoring is essential for clinicians to evaluate a patient’s neurological status effectively and guide treatment decisions.