Which of the following definitions accurately describes the state of coma?
A)a prolonged state of consciousness similar to non-REM sleep
B)a state marked by a complete loss of consciousness
C)a disordered state of consciousness marked by the ability to show some behaviours that suggest at least partial consciousness,even if on an inconsistent basis
D)a state of minimal consciousness,where the patient's eyes may be open,and he or she experiences a sleep-wake cycle

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Coma is defined as a state marked by a complete loss of consciousness, in which the patient is unable to respond to external stimuli. There is no evidence of sleep-wake cycles or awareness of environment in a comatose patient.

Which of the Following Definitions Accurately Describes the State of Coma