A Comparison between the Full Outline of UnResponsiveness Scale (FOUR Score) and the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) in Determining Triggers for Organ Donation

Abstract

<p>Many lives are saved through organ donation. Nurses are often the first to recognize potential donors, which makes it important to improve the referral process. This proposed study will help determine if the new neurological assessment tool, the Full Outline of UnResponsiveness Scale (FOUR Score) initiates more referrals to the organ procurement organization than the other neurological assessment tool, Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS).</p><p>This presentation occurred at the Wright State University Campus-Wide Celebration of Research, Scholarship and Creative Activities on April 16, 2010</p>