Brain Death Has Occurred When There Is No Discernable Evidence

question 36

True/False

Brain death has occurred when there is no discernable evidence of cerebral hemisphere function or function of the brain stem's vital centers for 1 to 6 hours.

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Definitions:

Intertarsal

Relating to the joints between the tarsal bones in the foot, contributing to foot movement and flexibility.

ACL

The anterior cruciate ligament, a key ligament that stabilizes the knee joint.

Modified Hinge Joint

A type of synovial joint that allows predominantly bending motion like a hinge but with limited rotational movement for added flexibility.

Condylar Joint

A type of synovial joint that allows movement but is constrained to one axis; for example, the joint between the skull and the atlas (first cervical vertebra).