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| subjective sensation or motor phenomenon that precedes and marks the onset of a paroxysmal attack, such as an epileptic attack. (paroxysmal – occurring repeatedly and without warning) |
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| Automatic External Defibrillation (AED) |
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| an application of external electrical shock to restore normal cardiac rhythm and rate. |
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| sudden stoppage of cardiac output and effective circulation. |
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| Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) |
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| artificial substitution of heart and lung action as indicated for cardiac arrest or apparent sudden death. |
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| Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA) |
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| condition with sudden onset caused by acute vascular lesions of the brain; it is often followed by permanent neurological damage. |
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| unexpected or sudden occasion; an urgent or pressing need. |
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| nosebleed; hemorrhage from the nose. |
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| escape of blood from the vessels; bleeding. |
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| abnormally increased concentration of glucose in the blood. |
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| abnormally diminished concentration of glucose in the blood. |
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| abnormal drowsiness or stupor; a condition of indifference. |
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| unpleasant sensation, a sensation accompanying, but not always leading to vomiting. |
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| paleness, or absence of skin coloration. |
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| condition of profound hemodynamic and metabolic disturbance. |
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| temporary suspension of consciousness (faint or swoon). |
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| vascular reaction; also called hives. |
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| illusion of movement; a sensation of instability (dizziness). |
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| disorganized cardiac rhythm. |
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| forcible expulsion of the contents of the stomach through the mouth. |
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| separation of the layers of a surgical wound, it may be partial, or superficial only, or complete, with disruption of all layers. |
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