According to Standards Published at Harvard, Brain Death Involves All

question 19

Multiple Choice

According to standards published at Harvard, brain death involves all of the following characteristics, EXCEPT:

• A) lack of receptivity and response to internal stimuli.
• B) absence of observable reflexes.
• C) absence of spontaneous muscular movement and spontaneous breathing.
• D) absence of brain activity.

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Definitions:

External Attributions

The process of attributing the cause of one's own or others' behavior to external factors, such as the situation or other people, rather than to internal characteristics.

Self-Affirmation Theory

The idea that people respond less defensively to threats to one aspect of themselves if they think about another valued aspect of themselves.

Praise Themselves

The act of expressing approval or admiration for one's own achievements or qualities.

Defensive Responses

Behaviors or emotional reactions aimed at protecting oneself from perceived threats or criticism.