Which of the Following Definitions Accurately Describes the State of Coma

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following definitions accurately describes the state of coma?

• A)a prolonged state of consciousness similar to non-REM sleep
• B)a state marked by a complete loss of consciousness
• C)a disordered state of consciousness marked by the ability to show some behaviours that suggest at least partial consciousness,even if on an inconsistent basis
• D)a state of minimal consciousness,where the patient's eyes may be open,and he or she experiences a sleep-wake cycle

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Definitions:

Severe Inflation

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Mortgage Loans

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Installment Loans

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