Table 1 Modified Observer’s Assessment/Alertness Sedation scale [15]

Responds readily to name spoken in normal tone

5

Lethargic response to name spoken in normal tone

4

Responds only after name is called loudly and/or repeatedly

3

Responds only after mild prodding or shaking

2

Does not respond to mild prodding or shaking, but responds to noxious stimuli

1

Does not respond to noxious stimuli

0