Gary Was in a Serious Automobile Accident

question 104

Multiple Choice

Gary was in a serious automobile accident. The physician informs the family that Gary is brain dead. What criteria for death did the physician most likely use?

• A) Electrical activity in the lower portions of Gary's brain has ceased.
• B) Electrical activity in the higher portions of Gary's brain has ceased.
• C) Electrical activity in the higher and lower portions of Gary's brain has ceased.
• D) Gary's blood pressure is extremely low and his breathing has stopped.

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