It Is Most Accurate to Say That Biological Death

question 135

Multiple Choice

It is most accurate to say that biological death

• A) is a single event with a clear-cut end point.
• B) occurs when a person stops breathing.
• C) is a process consisting of multiple events, with a blurry line between life and death.
• D) officially occurs when the heart stops beating.

---

Definitions:

Psychosomatic

Pertaining to or involving both the mind and body, often used to describe physical symptoms that are influenced or exacerbated by mental or emotional factors.

Psych/o

A prefix in medical terminology referring to the mind, mental processes, or psychological states.

Combining Form

In medical terminology, a root word to which a prefix or suffix can be added to create terms related to body parts, conditions, or procedures.

Mental Illness

A broad range of mental health conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior.