Brain Death

GPTKB entity

Statements (56)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:healthcare_organization
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Nuclear_Assault
gptkbp:acquired neurological tests
gptkbp:defines the irreversible loss of all functions of the brain, including the brainstem
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Brain Death
gptkbp:is_associated_with life support systems
grief and loss
medical technology advancements
gptkbp:is_challenged_by some religious groups
some cultural beliefs
gptkbp:is_criticized_for ethical discussions
gptkbp:is_described_as gptkb:document
medical textbooks
patient information brochures
gptkbp:is_different_from coma
vegetative state
gptkbp:is_discussed_in gptkb:academic_journal
gptkb:legal_case
ethical debates
public forums
bioethics literature
gptkbp:is_documented_in medical records
death certificates
hospital discharge summaries
gptkbp:is_essential_for medical ethics
end-of-life decisions
legal definitions of death
gptkbp:is_influenced_by gptkb:legal_frameworks
cultural attitudes
medical practices
gptkbp:is_monitored_by gptkb:hospital
neurologists
intensive care specialists
gptkbp:is_part_of medical education
end-of-life care discussions
discussions on death and dying
gptkbp:is_recognized_by gptkb:World_Health_Organization
gptkb:American_Academy_of_Neurology
many jurisdictions
gptkbp:is_related_to patient rights
family decisions
organ donation
gptkbp:is_subject_to gptkb:municipality
legal scrutiny
hospital protocols
gptkbp:is_tested_for EEG (electroencephalogram)
apnea test
brainstem reflex tests
cold caloric test
gptkbp:occurs_in stroke
traumatic brain injury
brain tumors
lack of oxygen
severe brain injury
gptkbp:social_responsibility clinical examination