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.
A Combat Lifesaver is a certified US Army soldier trained in advanced first aid. Ideally there should be one Combat Lifesaver per platoon. The purpose is to provide advanced fâ¦irst aid until an Army medic arrives. It is a three week course that teaches skills including: IV administration, bleeding control, heat injuries, cold weather injuries, burn management, etc.