Stroke: a stroke occurs when there is a blocked (embolism) or ruptured (aneurysm/hemorrhage) blood vessel that supplies the brain, leading to severe and permanent damage to the tissues of the brain. A very severe stroke can cause brain death.
MCT: Marine Combat Training. All non-infantry Marines, upon completion of recruit training, will undergo Marine Combat Training (MCT). MCT consists of 29 days of battle skills training that enables Marines, regardless of MOS, to operate in a combat environment.
Plan and conduct Combat Lifesaver training. A Combat Lifesaver (CLS) is non-medic soldier with moderate emergency medical training to provide care at the point of wounding. Combat Lifesaver skills are intended for use in combat; however, the skills may be applied to soldiers