Which Statement About Coma Is True

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which statement about coma is true?

• A)Coma is defined as total unresponsiveness to stimuli for a long period of time.
• B)Coma is rarely caused by damage to brain stem structures.
• C)Coma is neurologically identical to syncope.
• D)During coma,brain oxygen consumption resembles that of a waking state.

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Definitions:

Digestive System

A complex series of organs and glands responsible for the digestion and absorption of nutrients, and the expulsion of waste.

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A genetic disorder affecting the lungs and digestive system, characterized by thick, sticky mucus production.

Thick Mucus

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Pancreas

An organ in the abdominal cavity that plays a crucial role in digestion and the regulation of blood sugar by producing enzymes and hormones like insulin.