Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

resuscitate-a-patient

verb
/rɪˈsʌsɪteɪt ə ˈpeɪʃənt/
Definition
To revive someone from unconsciousness or apparent death; to bring back to consciousness or life.
Examples
  • The paramedics quickly worked to resuscitate the patient after he collapsed.
  • Training in CPR can help resuscitate a patient in emergency situations.
  • Doctors resuscitated the patient after several minutes of cardiac arrest.
Meaning
In a medical context, resuscitating a patient typically involves performing actions or procedures to restore their breathing or circulation after they have stopped.
Synonyms
  • revive
  • restore
  • reactivate
  • bring back