Arrest

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Arrest

Arrest (/əˈrɛst/) is a term used in the medical field to denote a cessation or stoppage of a bodily function or process.

Etymology

The term 'arrest' is derived from the Old French 'arester' meaning 'to stay or stop', which in turn is derived from the Latin 'arrestare'.

Related Terms

  • Cardiac Arrest: A sudden cessation of the heart's normal functioning, often resulting in loss of consciousness and absence of pulse.
  • Respiratory Arrest: A condition where breathing ceases completely.
  • Circulatory Arrest: A cessation of blood circulation due to failure of the heart to contract effectively.

Pronunciation

The term 'arrest' is pronounced as /əˈrɛst/.

See Also

  • CPR: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, a lifesaving technique useful in many emergencies, including a heart attack or near drowning, in which someone's breathing or heartbeat has stopped.
  • Defibrillation: A treatment for life-threatening cardiac dysrhythmias and ventricular fibrillation.
  • Life Support: The treatment and technology utilized in hospitals to keep a person alive when their essential bodily functions are not working due to an illness or injury.

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