Chapter 20

2. Dehiscence- Separation of the layers of a surgical wound; May be partial, superficial only, or complete.
7. Unexpected or sudden occasion; urgent or pressing need.
9. Nosebleed; hemorrhage, from the nose.
11. Arrest- Sudden stoppage of cardiac output and effective circulation.
13. Abnormally increased concentration of glucose in the blood.
14. Paleness; absence of skin coloration.
15. Illusions of movement sensation.
18. Accident (stroke or brain attach)- With sudden onset caused by acute vascular lesions of the brain.
19. Temporary suspension of consciousness as a result of generalized cerebral ischemia.
20. Abnormally drowsiness or stupor; a condition of indifference.
21. Subjective sensation attack,that precedes and marks onset of paroxysmal attack like an epileptic

1. Bodily injuries caused by physical mean with disruption of the normal continuity of structures.
3. Forcible expulsion of the contents of the stomach through the mouth.
4. vascular reaction, usually transient, involves upper dermis, also called hives.
5. Escape of blood from the vessels; bleeding.
6. Unpleasant sensation, often culminating in vomiting.
8. Abnormally diminished concentration of glucose in the blood.
10. Profound hemodynamic and metabolic disturbance by failure of the circulatory system, maintain adequate perfusion of vital organs.
12. Resuscitation (CPR)- Artificial substitution of heart and lung action as indicated for cardiac arrest.
16. External Defibrillators (AEDs)- Device used to shock or restore normal cardiac rhythm.
17. Fibrillation- Disorganized cardiac rhythm.