Standards. Standards define what students are expected to know and be able to do at each level of education in order to, ultimately, be prepared for the rigors of college, careers and civic life. Maine law outlines a specific set of standards for each of the eight subject areas defined in State statute.
Brain swelling is the leading cause of death from a brain injury. Time is a factor in treating brain swelling, so do not wait to see if symptoms appear before seeking help. Severe brain damage can occur if too much time lapses.
Brain death can occur when the blood and/or oxygen supply to the brain is stopped. This can be caused by: cardiac arrest â when the heart stops beating and the brain is starved of oxygen. heart attack â a serious medical emergency that occurs when the blood supply to the heart is suddenly blocked.