TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Intrapleural tPA The infusion of recombinant tissue plasminogen activator into the pleural space to disrupt retained clots... I 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Intravascular fluid The fluid contained within the blood vessels... I 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Intraventricular drain Any catheter placed in one of the brain's lateral ventricles to drain cerebrospinal fluid. The fluid may be diverted to a collection system outside the body (a temporary external ventricular drain) or... I 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Intrusive thoughts Unwanted repetitive thoughts that occur causing anxiety... I 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Intubate/extubate To insert a tube, such as an endotracheal tube.... I 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Ion An atom that carries a positive or negative charge, including important body electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, calcium, and chloride. PRONUNCIATION: I-on.... I 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Ionized calcium The physiologically active form of calcium found in the bloodstream. Also known as adjusted, unbound, corrected, or free calcium.... I 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Ipsilateral On the same side (versus contralateral, which refers to the opposite side). PRONUNCIATION: IP-si-LAT-er-al.... I 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Ischemia Inadequate blood flow that results in poor tissue oxygenation. PRONUNCIATION: is-CHE-mi-a.... I 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Ischemic brain injury Damage caused to the brain by impaired oxygen delivery to brain tissue due to hypoxemia, hypoperfusion, or vessel occlusion.... I 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Isotonic Possessing an equal osmotic pressure. Examples of isotonic intravenous solutions include 0.9% saline, lactated Ringer's solution, and Plasma-Lyte.... I 3 June 2026
