The nurse is participating in the care of a 32-year-old man who suffered anoxia.The family is trying to determine if life support should be removed.Which of the following diagnostic tests should the nurse anticipate?

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An EEG is a test that measures electrical activity in the brain and can help determine if there is any brain function. This can assist in the decision-making process regarding life support. A CT scan or PET scan may also be helpful, but an EEG is the most specific test for evaluating brain function. Corneal reflex testing is not a diagnostic test for brain function, but rather an assessment of neurologic function.

The Nurse Is Participating in the Care of a 32-Year-Old