A Patient May Be Considered a Candidate for Donation After

question 16

Multiple Choice

A patient may be considered a candidate for donation after cardiac death (DCD) if his or her heart is predicted to cease functioning within what period of time after removal from mechanical support?

• A) immediately
• B) 30 minutes
• C) 90 minutes
• D) 3 hours

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Definitions:

Y-variable

In a coordinate system, it represents the dependent variable, whose value depends on that of another variable (usually the x-variable).

Variables

Elements or features that can change and affect the outcome of a model or experiment, often used in research to measure and analyze differences.

Direction

The course along which someone or something moves, or is aimed or pointed.

Positive

Characterized by or denoting an affirmation, addition, or increase, often associated with beneficial outcomes.