| A | B |
|---|
| Clinical | The type of death that may be able to be reversed with immediate emergency care |
| Biological | Death that can not be reversed; brain and heart has stopped. |
| cardiac arrest | results when there is a lack of blood flow to the heart |
| cyanosis | refers to a bluish skin color |
| anaphylactic shock | can be caused by severe allergic reactions |
| CPR | Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation; used to circulate blood through the body |
| choking | occurs when the airway is obstructed (blocked) |
| abdominal thrusts (heimlich maneuver) | used to clear an obstruction of the airway in individuals who are 1 year or older in age. |
| chain of survival | a person's ability to survive and emergency and to not have permanent damage relies on this series of events |
| emergency | any even where a person needs immediate medical attention to prevent death or permanent disability |
