loss of consciousness

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loss of consciousness - the occurrence of a loss of the ability to perceive and respond

alteration, change, modification - an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another; "the change was intended to increase sales"; "this storm is certainly a change for the worse"; "the neighborhood had undergone few modifications since his last visit years ago"

deliquium, faint, swoon, syncope - a spontaneous loss of consciousness caused by insufficient blood to the brain

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This mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) that occurs in sports may or may not be associated with loss of consciousness but can have sequelae such as headache, dizziness, depression, irritability, impaired attention, and slowed mental processing.

Sports neuropsychology: assessment and management of traumatic brain ... by York, Ann M. / Physical Therapy

When you are facing a life threatening situation such as loss of consciousness, breathing trouble, or excessive bleeding, calling 911 may be your best option.

Emergency room blues: what you need to know before you visit the ... by Moore-Thorpe, Angela P. / Black Enterprise

government health statistics say concentrations of H2S greater than 500 parts per million can cause loss of consciousness and can be lethal.

Building a better breathing apparatus by Ross, Ian / Northern Ontario Business

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