ABC (medicine)
ABC (medicine)
ABC (pronounced: A-B-C) is a term used in the field of medicine to refer to a specific concept or procedure.
Pronunciation
The term is pronounced as "A-B-C".
Etymology
The term "ABC" is an acronym derived from the initial letters of the three words that it represents. The exact words it represents can vary depending on the context in which it is used in medicine.
Definition
In the context of medicine, ABC often stands for "Airway, Breathing, and Circulation", the three basic life support principles. However, the exact definition can vary depending on the context.
Related Terms
- Airway: The path that air follows to get into and out of the lungs.
- Breathing: The process of taking in oxygen from the air and expelling carbon dioxide.
- Circulation: The movement of blood through the body, which is facilitated by the heart.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, the term "ABC" is often used as a mnemonic to remember the order of the most important steps to take in a life-threatening emergency: Airway, Breathing, and Circulation.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on ABC (medicine)
- Wikipedia's article - ABC (medicine)
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