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Which of the following is not a reason to stop or withhold resuscitative efforts?

A.Rigor mortis
B.Indicators of do-not-attempt-resuscitation (DNAR) status
C.Threat to safety of providers
D.Resuscitation effort have been unsuccessful for 20 minutes or more

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Final answer:

The reason to stop or withhold resuscitative efforts is rigor mortis.

Step-by-step explanation:

The reason to stop or withhold resuscitative efforts is A.Rigor mortis. Rigor mortis is the stiffening of the muscles that occurs after death. Once rigor mortis sets in, resuscitation efforts would be futile as it indicates that the person has already passed away.

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