Which Term Means the Irreversible Loss of Functioning in the Cortex

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which term means the irreversible loss of functioning in the cortex and the brainstem?

• A) clinical death
• B) whole brain death
• C) brain damage
• D) persistive vegetative state

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Definitions:

Parisian Medical

Refers to the medical practices, institutions, or innovations associated with Paris, potentially noted for its historical contribution to the field of medicine.

Planetary Alignment

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Leading Cause

The primary factor or condition that is most commonly associated with a particular outcome, such as a disease or social issue.

Death

The cessation of all biological functions that sustain a living organism; often discussed in the context of philosophy, religion, and medicine.