mitc
21
glos

anaphylactic shock
A life-threatening severe allergic reaction resulting in the swelling of the respiratory system, which restricts breathing
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cardiopulmonary resusitation (CPR)
Manually providing respiratory and cardiac support for a patient who is not breathing and whose heart has stopped beating
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closed fracture
When a bone is broken but does not protrude through the skin
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external bleeding
When blood drains to the outside of the body through a break in the skin
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first aid
Emergency care provided to an accident victim or to someone who has become suddenly ill
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frostbite
Condition in which the skin begins to freeze
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Golden Rule
A primary principle when assisting others to "do no further harm"
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Good Samaritan Act
A law to protect individuals from liability when they stop to assist someone who has been hurt or is ill
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hemorrhage
Severe, heavy bleeding
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hyperthermia
Condition in which the body temperature is above the normal range
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hypothermia
Condition in which the body temperature is below the normal range
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internal bleeding
When blood loss occurs inside the body
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joint dislocation
When a joint becomes disconnected from its socket
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Medic Alert
An organization that provides bracelets or pendants for patients to wear that contain information or warnings about specific medical problems
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open fracture
When a broken bone protrudes through the skin
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rescue breathing
A technique in which the rescuer breathes for the victim
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rescuer
Person giving care during an emergency
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sprain
Torn ligament fibers that result in a loosening of the joint
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strain (muscle)
Result of sudden tearing of muscle fibers during exertion; also referred to as a pulled muscle
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sucking wound
A puncture into the respiratory system resulting in loss of air as the patient breathes
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victim
Person requiring care during an emergency
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wound
Damage to the soft tissue of the body as a result of violence or trauma
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