TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller A:a gradient See Alveolar:arterial gradient.... A Jun 3, 2026 Glossary
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Abbreviated Injury Severity (AIS) Scores An anatomically-based scoring system that classifies each injury by body region. Scores range from 1 (mild injury) to 5 or 6, depending on body location. A score of 6 indicates an unsurvivable injury.... A Jun 3, 2026 Glossary
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Abdominal compartment pressure The pressure inside the abdominal cavity. Pressure is elevated in patients with intra-abdominal hypertension and abdominal compartment syndrome. Abdominal compartment pressure (a.k.a. intra-abdominal ... A Jun 3, 2026 Glossary
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) Excess edema, blood, or free fluid in the abdominal compartment elevates intra-abdominal pressure. High intra-abdominal pressure reduces organ perfusion, which leads to ischemia, organ failure, and de... A Jun 3, 2026 Glossary
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Abduction Movement of a body part away from the central axis of the body,... A Jun 3, 2026 Glossary
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller ABG sampling Collection of an arterial blood sample either through an arterial puncture ("stick") or an indwelling arterial line. Used for arterial blood gas measurement (PaO2, PCO2, pH, and base deficit).... A Jun 3, 2026 Glossary
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller ABI See Ankle-brachial pressure index.... A Jun 3, 2026 Glossary
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Accelerated fibrinolysis Markedly enhanced fibrinolytic activity, resulting in increased, sometimes catastrophic, coagulopathic bleeding. In trauma patients, accelerated fibrinolysis is a component of trauma-induced coagulopa... A Jun 3, 2026 Glossary
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Acceleration force An increase in the rate or speed of an object. In trauma care, acceleration injuries occur when the body is thrown into motion from a stationary position. For example, a stopped vehicle hit from behin... A Jun 3, 2026 Glossary
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller ACE inhibitors Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors. Drugs designed to block angiotensin-converting enzyme. This class of medications is commonly used as a diuretic in patients with hypertension. Examples includ... A Jun 3, 2026 Glossary
