You are assessing the coma status of a patient who sustained a traumatic brain injury using the Glasgow Coma Scale. Which rating is indicative of a moderate injury?
A) less than 8
B) 9 to 12
C) 13 to 20
D) 13 to 18

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A score of 9 to 12 on the Glasgow Coma Scale is indicative of a moderate brain injury. Scores of less than 8 indicate severe injury, while scores of 13 to 15 indicate mild injury.

You Are Assessing the Coma Status of a Patient Who