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xroflmao

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on: Aug 23, 2018
There are eight criteria for whole-brain death. In order for whole-brain death to be declared, how many criteria must be met?
 
  a. 5 out of 8
  b. 4 out of 8
  c. 2 out of 8
  d. all 8 must be met

Question 2

Which of the following is not an official criteria for determining whole-brain death?
 
  a. no spontaneous movement
  b. no spontaneous respirations
  c. no motor reflexes
  d. stable body temperature for 24 hours


whitcassie

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Reply #1 on: Aug 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANSWER: d

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER: d


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