Mosby's Ch. 43-45 Terminology

A life-threatening sensitivity to an antigen

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The heart stops suddenly and without warning;

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An emergency procedure performed when the heart and breathing stop

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Violent and sudden contractions or tremors of muscle groups caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain

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The sudden loss of consciousness from an inadequate blood supply to the brain; syncope

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The emergency care given to an ill or injured person before medical help arrives

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The excessive loss of blood in a short time

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Breathing stops but heart action continues for several minutes

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To revive from apparent death or unconsciousness using emergency measures

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Results when tissues and organs do not get enough blood

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