Unconsciousness/Definition

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A definition or brief description of Unconsciousness.

Loss of the ability to maintain awareness of self and environment combined with markedly reduced responsiveness to environmental stimuli.

This definition is at least in part based on: Anonymous (2023), Unconsciousness (English). Medical Subject Headings. U.S. National Library of Medicine.