Signs That Death Is near Include Which of the Following

question 12

Multiple Choice

Signs that death is near include which of the following?

• A) Body temperature drops
• B) The pulse is fast and weak
• C) Blood pressure rises
• D) Pain increases

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Definitions:

Systolic Contraction

The phase of the heart cycle during which the heart muscle contracts and pumps blood from the chambers into the arteries.

Brachial

Pertaining to the arm, specifically the area of the upper limb between the shoulder and the elbow.

Rectal Temperature

A measurement of body temperature taken from the rectum, which provides a core reading that is closely aligned with the body's true temperature.

Sphygmomanometer

A device used to measure blood pressure, consisting of an inflatable cuff to restrict blood flow and a manometer to measure the pressure.