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obtundation /ob·tun·da·tion/ (ob-tun-da´shun) mental blunting with mild to moderate reduction in alertness and a diminished sensation of pain. obtundation [ob′tundā′shən] Etymology: L, obtundere, to blunt, atus, process a greatly reduced level of consciousness. The patient is not yet comatose but is close, arousing only with very strong stimulus. 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. |
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