TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Sensory assessment Evaluation of the sensory dermatomes; performed in patients with spinal cord injuries.... S 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Sepsis Life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated host response to infection.... S 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Sequela A result or condition that follows from a disease or illness. Plural = sequelae.... S 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Sequential compression device Auto inflating-deflating mechanical cuffs placed on patients' lower legs or feet (occasionally the arms) to stimulate the circulation and minimize clot (venous thromboembolism) formation.... S 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Serum procalcitonin A blood biomarker released in response to infection. Elevated levels suggest sepsis. PRONUNCIATION: pro-CAL-si-TO-nin.... S 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Shearing injury The tearing of large or small fixed points in the body in response to force... S 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Shock A state in which cellular metabolic oxygen demand exceeds supply leading to anaerobic metabolism, metabolic abnormalities, cellular and organ dysfunction, and, if prolonged, irreversible damage and de... S 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Shock index (SI) The relationship between cardiac output and the heart rate required to maintain it.... S 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Shock Index, Pediatric Age-Adjusted (SIPA) The maximum normal heart rate divided by the minimum normal systolic blood pressure by age. Used as a predictor of morbidity and mortality in pediatric trauma patients.... S 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Shock wave A marked change in pressure traveling through a medium, especially air, caused by an explosion. Also known as a shock wave or over-pressurization wave. color:white>aveock wave; over-pressurization wav... S 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Shock, anaphylactic A form of distributive shock, related to a massive allergic reaction, causing hypotension, bronchoconstriction, urticaria, and narrowing of the airways in response to a severe allergic reaction. PRONU... S 3 June 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Shock, distributive Systemic vasodilation leading to inadequate tissue perfusion.... S 3 June 2026
