Which one of the following is a manner of death (MOD) that is consistent with the cause of death (COD)?
A) COD: Cocaine toxicity; MOD: Overdose
B) COD: Gunshot wound to the abdomen; MOD: Exsanguination
C) COD: Hanging; MOD: Suicide
D) COD: Exsanguination; MOD: Wrongful medication dosage

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Cause of death (COD) refers to the specific injury or disease that leads to death, while manner of death (MOD) is the circumstance under which the death occurred. In option C, "Hanging" is a specific injury that can lead to death, and "Suicide" is a circumstance under which death can occur, making this pair consistent with each other.

Which One of the Following Is a Manner of Death