A: Stiffening of the joints postmortem

B: Cooling of the body postmortem

D: The beginning signs of decomposition

EFA Exit Exam • Set 9 Question 15 of 30

Lividity refers to:

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Option C: Settling of blood in the body due to gravity

The correct answer is: "Settling of blood in the body due to gravity". This aligns with maritime first aid standards, DG Shipping exam syllabi, and international emergency resuscitation guidelines.

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Stiffening of the joints postmortem

Cooling of the body postmortem

Settling of blood in the body due to gravity (Correct Answer)

The beginning signs of decomposition

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The correct answer is: "Settling of blood in the body due to gravity". This aligns with maritime first aid standards, DG Shipping exam syllabi, and international emergency resuscitation guidelines.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Elementary First Aid (EFA).

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