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Can heartbeat restart spontaneously after death?
Death occurs when the person is without the functions of their brain (Some brain cells live on,meaning the brain didnt "die"). Prior to that, the person is not dead, regardless of what the heart is doing. If they are not dead, the heart is not restarting after death, but may continue to beat if the nerves send their last messages after death to the heart. It can happen. But its extremely unlikely.
What do coroners do?
Coroners (literally 'protectors of the crown') used to have a wide range of public responsibilities on behalf of the King. Now, the coroner is (almost) solely involved in one thing: establishing cause of death. In the UK, the coroner can currently be either a doctor or lawyer with at least five years senior experience. This will shortly be changed, and only lawyers will be entitled to apply. This is because the role is very much a legal, rather than a medical, position. The local authority (rather than the Home Office) appoints these individuals. Deaths MUST be referred to the Coroner in the following circumstances: Where the cause of death is unknown Where the individual died without being seen by a doctor within 14 days prior to death Where the cause of death was deemed unnatural (murder, suicide, industrial accident, car crash etc) Where the final illness was not attended by a doctor And in certain special circumstances (the person died in police custody or was collecting a war pension) In these circumstances, the Coroner's Officer will be informed of the death (95% of the time by a doctor), and will decide whether a post-mortem examination (autopsy) is required. If this is deemed necessary, the Coroner will instruct a Forensic Pathologist to carry out the autopsy in order to: Identify the individual (by tissue sample or dental records) Ascertain where, when and how they died Document findings and produce a report The Coroner will then hold an inquest which will provide these details to the public. Coroners are also responsible for deciding the beneficiaries of buried treasure!
Why is prior knowledge so important in science?
Prior knowledge allows you to make a well-informed hypotheses and a better-planned experiment.
What can a scientific question do that is based on prior knowledge or research and that is testable?
An experimental question is based on prior knowledge. This type of question can also be tested and will have an answer.
What can a scientific question can do that is based on prior knowledge or research and that is testable?
An experimental question is based on prior knowledge. This type of question can also be tested and will have an answer.
Was Criminal activity unknown prior to the nineteenth century?
Criminal activity was unknown prior to the nineteenth century.
What if the author of a will has not requested their will to be read prior to death?
There is no requirement for a will to be read prior to death.
What problems would occur from the incomplete closure of the foramen ovalis prior to birth?
it will cause death, and many causes to the heart will be damaged.
What are the dark people you may dream about prior to death?
This sounds very much like a superstition or an idea from a horror film. There is no rational cause to believe that anyone dreams "dark people" prior to death. Such things are figments of the imagination or creations of science fiction.
What are four reasons for an autopsy?
1. Anatomical Studies 2. Find cause of death 3. Condition of health prior to death 4.Determine if medical diagnosis and treatment were appropriate
What is a leading resource of southeast Asia?
Prior to the 1990s, it was rubber, minerals, and agricultural products. 21st century, is some agricultural products, and lots of clothing, toys, and collectible items (reproduction militaria souvenirs).
How do you die from polio?
Prior to the iron lung, the most common cause of death from polio was paralysis of the diaphragm muscles causing suffocation from inability to breathe.
What is prior advice?
Prior advice refers to counsel or recommendations given before a particular decision or action is taken. It is guidance provided in advance to help individuals make informed choices or avoid potential pitfalls.
How much time after your last doctor's visit can go by and the doctor be able to sign your death certificate?
Your last visit may influence the determination of the cause of death, but examination of the body after death is going to determine cause of death. The last visit may have nothing to do with it. No doctor is going to sign a death certificate on the basis of a visit even a couple of hours prior to death let alone days, weeks or months.
Did Germany cause WWI?
It can not be considered completely guiltless, but it cannnot be given all the blame. The tensions in Europe over the century prior to the war were what set up the scene for war.
Who was the leading black spokesman for the emancipation of slaves prior to the civil war?
Who was the most Famous spokesman for Blacks prior to the Civil War?
Did Aristotle have a surname?
No, he did not. Surnames were uncommon prior to the 12th century.
