Chapter 13- Treating Neurogenic Shock

Question 1

shock that accompanies a spinal cord injury is best treated by

Answer 1

A combination of all known supportive measures

Question 2

Emergency treatment for a patient and neurogenic shock should be directed towards

Answer 2

Obtaining and maintaining a proper airway, providing spinal stabilization assisting in adequate breathing, conserving body heat, and ensuring the most effective circulation possible

Question 3

A patient in neurogenic shock is usually not

Answer 3

losing blood

Question 4

what happens with the blood vessels during neurogenic shock?

Answer 4

The capacity of the blood vessels become significantly larger than the available volume of blood inside the vessels

Question 5

for a patient in neurogenic shock, you should provide ______to boost the concentration of oxygen in the blood

Answer 5

Supplemental oxygen

Question 6

if respirations are weak and a patient experiencing neurogenic shock

Answer 6

Assist ventilations

Question 7

because the injury may have disabled, the bodies normal temperature controls

Answer 7

keep the patient as warm as possible, using a blanket

Question 8

Transport, patient properly to a facility capable of

Answer 8

Maintaining spinal injuries