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SEREMS ETT Glossary
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Cardiogenic ShockA failure of the heart to provide sufficient blood flow to supply the brain and vital organs with oxygen and nutrients. | |
Cervical SpineThe area of the spine in the neck. The cervical spine includes seven vertebrae, the spinal cord, and supporting muscles, ligaments, and blood vessels. | |
Comfort OneThe Alaskan “Do Not Resuscitate” program in
which patients with terminal illnesses may request that they receive comfort
measures and are allowed a natural death. The system that will replace the Comfort One in Alaska, called Physician Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment (POLST), will allow patients to select several care options from a list. POLST forms will be in use in the near future. | |
Competence | |
Continuous Positive Airway PressureA mask and
pressure system providing airway pressure to people with sleep apnea, heart failure, and obstructive breathing difficulty. This helps to keep the small airways open throughout the respiratory cycle. | |
Continuum of CareEvery individual and system involved in the care of a particular patient, from the point of injury or illness onset to ongoing care and return to wellness. | |
ContusionBlood vessels under the skin are injured,
resulting in leakage of blood into the tissue. Commonly known as a bruise. | |
CrowningAs labor progresses, the baby is pushed down
through the vaginal canal. Crowning describes the moment when the top of the baby’s head is
visible from the outside. | |
CyanosisA blue color given to the skin by blood that
lacks oxygen. It is a sign of inadequate oxygenation. | |