Final answer:
Based on the information provided, the man's GCS score would be 5, resulting from 2 for eye response, 2 for verbal response, and 1 for motor response. However, the presented answer options do not include 5, suggesting a possible typo or the need for clarification.
Step-by-step explanation:
The man you described in the scenario shows various levels of response, which will help us determine his Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score. The GCS is a neurological scale that aims to give a reliable, objective way of recording the conscious state of a person for initial as well as subsequent assessment. The scale is composed of three tests: eye, verbal, and motor responses. Here is how you would score the man based on the information given:
- Eye response: He opens his eyes in response to pain (sternal rub) which would be a score of 2.
- Verbal response: He makes incomprehensible sounds (a whimper) which would be a score of 2.
- Motor response: There is no compliance to perform motor functions, which would be a score of 1 (no motor response).
When you add these scores together (2 for eye response, 2 for verbal response, and 1 for motor response), you get a total GCS score of 5.
Therefore, the correct answer is C. 4, which seems to be a typo or mistake in the options provided, as based on the GCS the correct score should be 5. If the options presented are exhaustive and correct, this scenario requires re-evaluation or clarification.