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What is the underlying mechanism of suspended animation?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of suspended animation?
How can a patient in suspended animation be resuscitated?
Why should a death certificate not be issued in cases of suspended animation?
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Which of the following groups of people may experience suspended animation?
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What is a common consequence of suspended animation that requires careful consideration in medical practice?
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Which of the following conditions is likely to be associated with suspended animation?
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What is the primary goal of resuscitation in cases of suspended animation?
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Which of the following groups is more likely to experience suspended animation?
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What is a potential consequence of misdiagnosing suspended animation?
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Study Notes
Suspended Animation (Apparent Death)
- Metabolic rate is greatly reduced in suspended animation
- Practitioners of yoga can experience suspended animation
- Other causes of suspended animation include:
- Hypothermia
- Sun stroke
- Drowning
- Drug overdose (e.g. barbiturates or opiates)
- Head injury (heatstroke)
- Newborns
- Electrocution
- Cholera
- Postanesthesia
- Shock
- Cerebral concussion
- Insanity
- Patients in suspended animation can be resuscitated using:
- Cardiac massage
- Electric stimulator
- Artificial respiration
- Importance of ECG or EEG record before issuing a death certificate
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Description
This quiz covers the concept of suspended animation, its mechanisms, and the various causes such as hypothermia, drowning, and drug overdose. It also explores the resuscitation methods and the importance of not issuing a death certificate prematurely.
