An unresponsive state from which a person can be aroused only briefly despite vigorous, repeated attempts is known as a _____.
A) stupor
B) persistent vegetative state
C) coma
D) unconscious

Question

An unresponsive state from which a person can be aroused only briefly despite vigorous, repeated attempts is known as a _____.​
A) ​stupor
B) ​persistent vegetative state
C) ​coma
D) ​unconscious

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Stupor is the correct term for a state in which a person can be aroused only briefly despite vigorous, repeated attempts. This condition involves a significant decrease in mental function but still allows for some response to stimuli.

An Unresponsive State from Which a Person Can Be Aroused