Adult Shock

Question 1

Consider other shock types and treat as per those CPGs (9 Things)

Answer 1

1. Adrenal insufficiency
2. Anaphylaxis
3. Cardiogenic
4. Dehydration
5. Major trauma
6. Pulmonary Embolism
7. Sepsis
8. Spinal Injury
9. Tension Pneumothorax

Question 2

What is the Shock Mx for Inadequate/Extremly poor perfusion?

Answer 2

1. Oxygen
2. Normal Saline 1000 - 2000mL IV

Question 3

Which patients are at risk of fluid overload?

Answer 3

• History of cardiac failure
• Chronic Renal Failure
• Elderly

Question 4

What is the care objective of Adult Shock?

Answer 4

• Achieve a perfuision target appropriate to the patient and their presenting illness

Question 5

What are other signs and symptoms of shock

Answer 5

• Altered Conscious state
• Tachypnoea
• Diaphoresis, pallor, thirst
• Hot, Flushed
• Increased Thirst