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Cardiogenic Shock Flashcards

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definition?

A

inadequate tissue perfusion primarily due to cardiac dysfunction

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causes? mnemonic

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MHEART

MI

Hyperkalaemia

Endocarditis

Aortic dissection

Rhythm disturbance

Tamponade / Tension pneumo

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presentation?

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  • unwell: pale,sweaty, cyanosed, distressed
  • cold, clammy peripheries
  • raised RR & HR
  • pul oedema
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Mx algorithm

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