TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Biomechanics The study of the mechanical laws and physical forces that assist in analyzing injury potential in trauma. Module 2.... B Jun 3, 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Blast wave A region of high pressure traveling through the air at a high velocity following an explosion. Also known as a shock or over-pressurization wave. In the event of a high-order explosion, these waves ca... B Jun 3, 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Blood-brain barrier A selective, semi-permeable membrane between the blood and the brain parenchyma that protects the brain by regulating the flow of substances into brain tissue.... B Jun 3, 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Blossom or Bloom All contusions progress and evolve over time, a process commonly referred to as "blossoming" or "blooming".... B Jun 3, 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Blunt cardiac injury (BCI) An injury suffered due to blunt trauma to the heart. Also known as cardiac contusion or myocardial contusion.... B Jun 3, 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Blunt traumatic aortic injury Any damage to the aorta sustained as a result of blunt force. Most commonly due to rapid deceleration in a motor vehicle collision or fall from a height.... B Jun 3, 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Body mass index (BMI) A measurement derived from the height and mass of an individual.... B Jun 3, 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Bony crepitus A palpable or audible grating or crunching sensation in a bone or joint produced by pressure or motion. A common finding in patients with displaced fractures.... B Jun 3, 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Bradycardia Abnormally slow heart rate. PRONUNCIATION: BRA-dy-CARD-ia.... B Jun 3, 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Brain injury, primary Injuries that result from the initial application of force to the brain.... B Jun 3, 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Brain injury, secondary Damage that occurs as a result of the brain's response to the primary injury.... B Jun 3, 2026
