Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
resus
noun
/ˈriːsəs/
Definition
A medical term related to the processes of restoring someone to consciousness, especially after cardiac arrest.
Examples
- Advanced resus techniques are taught in medical training sessions.
- During a medical emergency, effective resus can be the difference between life and death.
- The resus team worked quickly to stabilize the patient.
Meaning
Resus refers to the methods and procedures used to revive individuals who are unresponsive or in respiratory or cardiac distress.
Synonyms
- Resuscitation
- Revival
- Restoration
