Chapter 20

5. separation of the layers of a surgical wound; may be partial, superficial only, or complete, with the disruption of all layers
8. abnormally diminished concentration of glucose in the blood
9. sudden stoppage of cardiac output and effective circulation
11. bodily injuries caused by physical means with disruption of the normal continuity of structures
12. forcible expulsion of the contents of the stomach through the mouth
13. paleness; absence of skin coloration
14. condition of profound hemodynamic and metabolic disturbance characterized by failure of he circulatory system to maintain adequate perfusion of vital organs
17. device used for application of external electrical shock to restore normal cardiac rhythm and rate
18. unpleasant sensation, vaguely referred to the epigastrium and abdomen and often culminating in vomiting
19. illusion of movement; sensation as if the external world were revolving around the patient or as if the patient were revolving in space
21. temporary suspension of consciousness as a result of generalized cerebral ischemia; faint or swoon

1. escape of blood from the vessels; bleeding
2. artificial substitution of heart and lung action as indicated for cardiac arrest or apparent sudden death resulting from electric shock, drowning, respiratory arrest, and other causes
3. condition with sudden onset caused by acute vascular lesions of the brain; often followed by permanent neurologic damage; stroke or brain attack
4. disorganized cardiac rhythm
6. abnormal drowsiness or stupor; a condition of indifference
7. vascular reaction, usually transient, involving the upper dermis, representing localized edema caused by dilation and increased permeability of the capillaries and marked by the development of wheals; also called hives
10. abnormally increased concentration of glucose in the blood
15. unexpected or sudden occasion; an urgent or pressing need
16. subjective sensation or motor phenomenon that precedes and marks the onset of a paroxysmal attack, such as an epileptic attack
20. nosebleed; hemorrhage from the nose