In the definition of whole-brain death, which of the following would you NOT find?
A) No eye movements, blinking, or pupil response.
B) No response to even very painful stimuli
C) A flat electroencephalogram for at least 10 minutes
D) No spontaneous respirations for at least 3 hours

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The definition of whole-brain death includes the absence of brainstem reflexes (such as no eye movements, blinking, or pupil response), absence of any response to even very painful stimuli, and a flat electroencephalogram for at least 10 minutes. However, the absence of spontaneous respirations for at least 3 hours is not part of the definition of whole-brain death, but may be used as an ancillary test to confirm the diagnosis.

In the Definition of Whole-Brain Death, Which of the Following