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SAS Name
LVL_CNSCSNS_ADMSN_CD
At the time of admission, did the patient have altered level of consciousness as indicated by any of the following criteria:
• vigilant - startled easily to any sound or touch
• lethargic - repeatedly dozed off when being asked questions, but responded to voice or touch
• stuporous - very difficult to arouse and keep aroused for the interview
• comatose - could not be aroused
| Code | Code value |
|---|---|
| 0 | Behavior not present |
| 1 | Behavior continuously present, does not fluctuate |
| 2 | Behavior present, fluctuates (comes and goes, changes in severity) |
| - | Not Assessed/No Information |
This variable is included in the Inpatient Rehab Facility-Patient Assessment Instrument file.