Brain Death Occurs When

question 59

Multiple Choice

Brain death occurs when

• A) all electrical activity of the brain has ceased for a specified period of time.
• B) a person remains unconscious for a specified period of time.
• C) only the lower regions of the brain stop functioning.
• D) the body loses the ability to breathe on its own.

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Definitions:

Fluid Loss

The depletion of body fluids, potentially leading to dehydration, a condition that can severely affect bodily functions.

Dehydration

Dehydration is a condition that occurs when the body loses more fluids than it takes in, leading to a deficiency in the amount of water and electrolytes.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by problems with focus, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness which are not appropriate for a person's age.

Cerebral Palsy

A group of permanent movement disorders that appear in early childhood, caused by abnormal brain development or damage to the developing brain.