The NP is taking care of a patient who is has been admitted with a diagnosis of "brain dead post traumatic injury." The NP would expect all of the following clinical manifestations except:

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The NP would expect to see no eye movement during the caloric test in a patient with a diagnosis of "brain dead." During the caloric test, cold water is instilled into the ears. Normally, the eyes would move toward the ear where the water is instilled.

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