Today, the most widely accepted definition of death is ________ death.
A) vegetative
B) whole-brain
C) hypovolemic
D) clinical

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Whole-brain death is the most widely accepted definition of death. It is defined as the irreversible cessation of all functions of the entire brain, including the brainstem. This includes the loss of consciousness, the inability to breathe without mechanical assistance, and the absence of brainstem reflexes. The other options (A) vegetative, (C) hypovolemic, and (D) clinical are not considered to be definitive criteria for death.

Today, the Most Widely Accepted Definition of Death Is ________