countershock /coun·ter·shock/ (koun´ter-shok″) a high intensity direct current shock delivered to the heart to interrupt ventricular fibrillation and restore synchronous electrical activity.
countershock
coun·ter·shock (koun t r-sh k )n. An electric shock that is applied to the chest to restore normal rhythm of the heart. |
countershock
Etymology: L, contra + Fr, choc
a high-intensity, short-duration electric shock applied to an area of the heart, resulting in total cardiac depolarization. See also cardioversion, defibrillation.
countershock
see cardioversion.
How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content.
| ?Page tools | ||
|---|---|---|
|