Hypotension Flashcards
1
Q
Definition
A
< 90/60
2
Q
Causes of shock, shock
A
Cardiogenic
Obstructive
Distributive
3
Q
Endocrine
A
Mineralocorticoid deficiency
4
Q
Drug induced
A
Antihypertensive drugs
L-dopa
Carbidopa
TCAs
5
Q
Management
A
ABCDE !
6
Q
Orthostatic hypotension
A
Causes of shock inc. neurogenic
Drug-induced - antihypertensives, L-dopa, etc…
CNS diseases - Parkinson’s, MS, etc..
Guillan Barre
B12 deficiency and degeneration of the spinal cord
Pheochromocytoma!