basic cardiac life support

basic cardiac life support definition - medical

basic cardiac life support

noun Abbr. BCLS
Emergency procedures performed to sustain life that include cardiopulmonary resuscitation, control of bleeding, treatment of shock, stabilization of injuries and wounds, and first aid.

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