Brain death
Topic: Medical-surgical
The irreversible loss of all brain function, including the brainstem; legally, it is death. In Türkiye, Law 2238 requires two physicians outside the transplant team, a neurologist or neurosurgeon and an anesthesiology-reanimation or intensive care specialist, to decide unanimously. Since 2025, a donation wish declared in life prevails over relatives; without one, the family is asked. Notify the organ donation coordinator early, help maintain oxygenation, blood pressure, temperature and fluid balance, and support the family.
- Also known as:
- Death by neurologic criteria
- In Turkish:
- Beyin ölümü
What does Brain death mean?
Brain death is part of the Medical-surgical topic in nursing. Students meet it in class, on clinical placements and while preparing for exams.
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