Crash cart
Crash cart
A Crash cart (pronounced: /kræʃ kɑːrt/) is a set of medical equipment that is designed to be used in emergency situations in a hospital or other medical facility.
Etymology
The term "crash cart" is derived from the fact that it is often brought to the scene of a medical emergency, or "crash," at high speed. The word "cart" refers to the wheeled vehicle that carries the equipment.
Description
A crash cart typically contains a variety of equipment that is necessary for life-saving procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, defibrillators, medication, intravenous (IV) lines, oxygen masks, and surgical tools. The exact contents of a crash cart can vary depending on the specific needs of a hospital or medical facility.
Related Terms
- Code Blue: A hospital emergency code that typically signals a patient in cardiac arrest. Crash carts are often used during Code Blue situations.
- Defibrillator: A device that delivers a dose of electric current to the heart. This is often found in a crash cart.
- Resuscitation: The act of reviving someone from unconsciousness or apparent death. Crash carts are used in resuscitation efforts.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Crash cart
- Wikipedia's article - Crash cart
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