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Brain: The portion of the central nervous system that is located within the skull. It func... See the entire definition of BrainCervical: Having to do with any kind of neck, including the neck on which the head is perc... See the entire definition of CervicalCritical care: The specialized care of patients whose conditions are life-threatening and ... See the entire definition of Critical careHead injury: Damage to any of the structures of the head as a result of trauma. While the ... See the entire definition of Head injuryInjury: Harm or hurt. To harm, hurt, or wound. The word injure may be in physical or emot... See the entire definition of InjuryIntervention: The act of intervening, interfering or interceding with the intent of modify... See the entire definition of InterventionNeck: The part of the body joining the head to the shoulders. Also, any narrow or constric... See the entire definition of NeckParalysis: Loss of voluntary movement (motor function). Paralysis that affects only one mu... See the entire definition of ParalysisRehabilitation: The process of helping a person who has suffered an illness or injury rest... See the entire definition of RehabilitationShock: In medicine, a critical condition that is brought on by a sudden drop in blood flow... See the entire definition of ShockSpine: 1) The column of bone known as the vertebral column, which surrounds and protects ... See the entire definition of SpineSurgery: The branch of medicine that employs operations in the treatment of disease or inj... See the entire definition of SurgeryTrauma: A physical or emotional injury. Trauma center: A specialized hospital facility that is designed to provide diagnostic and ... See the entire definition of Trauma centerTraumatic brain injury: Brain damage from trauma. The three leading causes of death from t... See the entire definition of Traumatic brain injuryVentilator: A machine that mechanically assists a patient in the exchange of oxygen and ca... See the entire definition of Ventilator |
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