A child with a head injury sleeps unless aroused,and when aroused responds briefly before falling back to sleep.What should the nurse chart for this child's level of consciousness?
A) Disoriented
B) Obtunded
C) Lethargic
D) Stuporous

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Obtunded describes an individual who sleeps unless aroused and once aroused has limited interaction with the environment.Disoriented refers to lack of ability to recognize place or person.An individual is lethargic when he or she awakens easily but exhibits limited responsiveness.Stupor refers to requiring considerable stimulation to arouse the individual.

A Child with a Head Injury Sleeps Unless Aroused,and When