An Emergency Medical Responder informs you that a 59-year-old female patient is responsive to verbal stimuli. What would be the most accurate representation of this status?

A) She is able to answer all questions appropriately when asked
B) She cannot be awakened when her name is called
C) Her eyes are closed, but she will open them if asked
D) She is awake, but having difficulty telling you her name and where she is

C) Her eyes are closed, but she will open them if asked

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