Which Statement About Coma Is True

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which statement about coma is true?

• A) Coma may be caused by widespread cerebral or brain stem trauma.
• B) During coma, brain oxygen consumption resembles that of a waking state.
• C) Coma is a form of deep sleep.
• D) Coma is neurologically identical to syncope.

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Definitions:

Discount Rate

The interest rate used to discount future cash flows of a financial instrument to present value.

Present Obligation

A duty or responsibility that is expected to be settled in the future, recognized as a liability.

Past Event

An event or transaction that has occurred prior to the balance sheet date, impacting the financial position or performance of an entity.