TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Screening, Brief Intervention (SBI) and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) A quick intervention strategy for the identification of persons at high risk for substance abuse. A method of identifying and providing early intervention to people with substance use disorders.... S 3 Jun 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Seat belt sign A term that refers to bruising or abrasions of the neck, chest, or abdominal wall as a result of forceful contact with a seat belt restraint. This finding may be obvious shortly after injury or may ta... S 3 Jun 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Second impact syndrome A rare but often fatal brain injury that occurs as a result of a blow to the head minutes, days, or weeks after a previous concussive event.... S 3 Jun 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Secondary impacts In reference to motor vehicle collisions, a secondary impact results from flying passengers and other objects.... S 3 Jun 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Secondary traumatic stress Secondary traumatic stress is the emotional duress that results when an individual hears about the firsthand trauma experiences of another.... S 3 Jun 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Sensory assessment Evaluation of the sensory dermatomes; performed in patients with spinal cord injuries.... S 3 Jun 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Sepsis Life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated host response to infection.... S 3 Jun 2026
TCAR Education Programs, Stephen Von Weller Sequela A result or condition that follows from a disease or illness. Plural = sequelae.... S 3 Jun 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 Jun 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 Jun 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 Jun 2026
