A Person with a Damaged Brain Stem Who Is Fully

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Multiple Choice

A person with a damaged brain stem who is fully aware but almost totally unresponsive is exhibiting which disorder of consciousness?

• A)a coma
• B)a persistent vegetative state
• C)locked-in syndrome
• D)depersonalization

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Definitions:

Unconditioned Response

An automatic, natural response to a stimulus that occurs without the need for learning.

Salivation

The secretion of saliva in the mouth, which is often a response to the presence or thought of food.

Unconditioned Stimulus

In classical conditioning, a stimulus that naturally triggers a reflexive response without the need for prior learning.

Loud Alarm

A sound-producing device designed to alert or warn individuals of a specific condition or danger.