TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Petechiae Pinpoint-sized spots of bleeding under the skin, on the mucous membranes, or in tissues such as the brain or lungs. PRONUNCIATION: pe-TE-chi-ae; Petechial = pe-TE-chi-al; Petechia (singular) = pe-TE-c... P 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Petechial hemorrhages Areas of pericapillary bleeding; PRONUNCIATION: pe-TE-chi-al.... P 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Petroleum impregnated gauze A fine mesh, non-adherent, occlusive gauze dressing--impregnated with a petrolatum product--that clings and conforms to all body contours. In trauma patient care, petroleum impregnated gauze is used t... P 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller pH A measure of acid or base balance based on a logarithmic scale ranging from 0-10.... P 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller PHTLS Prehospital Trauma Life Support. A standardized, paramedic focused course from the National Association for EMTs.... P 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Physiatrist A physician who specializes in managing patients through the rehabilitation process.... P 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Physiological compromise Impairment caused by disease or injury... P 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Physiological exhaustion Fatigue caused by external factors, like a lack of exercise, increased boredom, or mental stress that results in lack of energy and depression.... P 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Physiological reserve The ability to perform physiologic functions under stress.... P 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Physiologically active calcium The calcium in the blood available for use; ionized calcium.... P 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller PICC See Peripherally inserted central catheter... P 3 June 2026
