LE3 Flashcards
- The following statements are true regarding cellular effects of shock except?
A. Decreased intracellular pH does not lead to changes in cellular gene expression, impair cellular metabolic pathways and impede cell membrane ion exchange
B. Decreased intracellular pH (intracellular acidosis) can alter the activity of cellular enzymes
C. Acidosis leads to cellular changes in calcium metabolism and calcium mediated cellular signaling which alone can interfere with the activity of specific enzymes and cell function
D. Changes in the normal cell function may progress to cellular injury or cell death
E. None of the above
A. Decreased intracellular pH does not lead to changes in cellular gene expression, impair cellular metabolic pathways and impede cell membrane ion exchange
A decrease in intracellular pH (acidosis) can indeed lead to changes in cellular gene expression, impair cellular metabolic pathways, and impede cell membrane ion exchange.
- The following hormones are increased in shock except:
A. Glucagon
B. Insulin
C. Cortisol
D. ADH
E. NOTA
B. Insulin
In the context of shock:
A. Glucagon: Increases in response to stress, promoting glycogenolysis and raising blood glucose levels.
B. Insulin: Typically, insulin levels decrease in response to acute stress or shock. The body prioritizes increasing blood glucose levels to provide energy for essential organs and tissues during these conditions. Elevated glucagon, cortisol, and other counterregulatory hormones inhibit insulin secretion and action.
C. Cortisol: Increases in response to stress. It is a major stress hormone released from the adrenal cortex and plays a role in increasing blood glucose levels, among other effects.
D. ADH (Antidiuretic hormone): Also known as vasopressin, it increases in shock. It promotes water reabsorption in the kidneys and vasoconstriction, both of which help to raise blood pressure.
- Activated PMNs generate and release a number of substances that may induce cell or tissue injury. Except?
A. Cathepsin G
B. Elastase
C. Leukotrienes
D. Platelet- Activating Factor
E. None of the above
E. None of the above
Polymorphonuclear leukocytes (PMNs) or neutrophils play a vital role in the body’s defense against infections. When activated, PMNs release various substances that help in the killing and digestion of microbes. However, in some conditions, especially in excessive or inappropriate activation, these substances can induce tissue injury.
Let’s evaluate each substance:
A. Cathepsin G: It’s a serine protease released by neutrophils that can degrade extracellular matrix proteins, contributing to tissue damage.
B. Elastase: It’s another protease released by neutrophils. It can degrade elastin and other tissue components, leading to tissue injury.
C. Leukotrienes: These are lipid mediators produced by leukocytes, including neutrophils. They are involved in inflammation and can contribute to tissue damage and inflammation.
D. Platelet-Activating Factor (PAF): It’s a phospholipid mediator that can be produced by various cells, including neutrophils. PAF can stimulate platelet aggregation, induce inflammation, and contribute to tissue damage.
4 Agitated patient including cool clammy extremities, tachycardia, weak or absent peripheral pulses, and hypotension. This type of shock results from at least how much blood loss?
A. >40%
B. 30-40%
C. 25-30%
D. 15-25%
E. <15%
B. 30-40%
Clinical signs of shock:
o Agitation
o Cool clammy extremities
o Tachycardia
o Week or absent peripheral pulses
o Hypotension (atleast 25% of blood loss)
Classification of Hemorrhagic Shock:
1. Class I (Loss of up to 15% of blood volume):
* Little to no change in vital signs.
* Pulse and blood pressure remain near baseline.
* Symptoms are usually minimal or absent.
2. Class II (Loss of 15-30% of blood volume):
* Mild tachycardia.
* Slight hypotension might be present.
* Increased heart rate, but still compensatory and not severe.
3. Class III (Loss of 30-40% of blood volume):
* Significant tachycardia.
* Notable hypotension.
* Decreased urinary output.
* Cool, clammy skin.
* Changes in mental status might start to be evident.
4. Class IV (Loss of more than 40% of blood volume):
* Marked tachycardia and hypotension.
* Profound shock with severe alterations in mental status.
* Minimal to no urine output.
* Cold and clammy extremities.
- A 30 y/o male after sustaining motorcycle crush injury presented at the ER with VS of BP 80/50, HR 120, RR 24. Where are the potential sources of massive hemorrhage EXCEPT?
A. intrathoracic
B. intraabdominal
C. intracranial
D. long bones
E. retroperitoneal
C. intracranial
- The following statements are true EXCEPT?
A. Diagnostic and therapeutic tube thoracostomy may be indicated in stable patients based on clinical findings and clinical suspicion
B. Each pleural cavity can hold 2 to 3 L of blood and can therefore be a site of significant blood loss.
C. Major retroperitoneal hemorrhage typically occurs in association with pelvic fractures
D. Findings with intra- abdominal hemorrhage include abdominal distension, abdominal tenderness, or visible abdominal wounds
E. None of the above
E. None of the above
7.The following statements are true regarding IL-1B except?
A. augments the secretion of ACTH, glucocorticoids, and beta-endorphins
B. stimulate the release of other cytokines such as interleukin-2 (IL-2), interleukin-4 (IL-4), interleukin-6 (IL-6), interleukin-8 (IL-8)
C. A and B
D. produces a febrile response to injury by activating prostaglandins in the posterior hypothalamus
E. half-life 60 minutes
E. half-life 60 minutes
- The renin-angiotensin system is activated in shock. Which of the following conditions will cause release of renin from juxtaglomerular cells of the kidneys?
A. Beta-adrenergic stimulation
B. Increased renal tubular sodium concentration
C. Decreased renal artery perfusion
D. A and D
E. All of the above
E. All of the above
- Which among the products of the renin angiotensin system is considered both a potent vasoconstrictor of splanchic and peripheral beds as well as secretion of ADH?
A. Angiotensin 1
B. Angiotensin 2
C. Renin
D. Angiotensinogen
E. Aldosterone
B. Angiotensin 2
- The ff. are true statements regarding the treatment of septic shock, EXCEPT?
A. Evaluation of patient in septic shock begins with an assessment of the adequacy of their airway and ventilation
B. Vasopressors as necessary
C. Intravenous fluid
D. Antibiotics must be started after results of culture and sensitivity comes out
E. Evaluation of the patient in septic shock begins with an assessment of their airway and ventilation
D. Antibiotics must be started after results of culture and sensitivity comes out
A. Evaluation of patient in septic shock begins with an assessment of the adequacy of their airway and ventilation
B. Vasopressors as necessary (Catecholamines/ Arginine Vasopressin)
C. Intravenous fluid (Fluid resuscitation and restoration of circulatory volume w/ balanced salt solution - at least 30 mL/kg w/ the first 4-6 hrs)
D. Antibiotics must be started after results of culture and sensitivity comes out (Broad-spectrum, empiric even w/o isolated bacteria)
E. Evaluation of the patient in septic shock begins with an assessment of their airway and ventilation
11 Hypoperfusion and hypoxia can induce cell death by apoptosis
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
A. TRUE
12 the intestinal mucosa cells apoptosis may compromise bowel integrity and lead to translocation of bacteria and endotoxins into the portal circulation during shock
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
A. TRUE
During shock, there can be decreased perfusion to various organs, including the intestines. Reduced blood flow to the intestines can result in injury to the intestinal mucosa. This injury can cause apoptosis (programmed cell death) of the mucosal cells.
When the integrity of the intestinal mucosa is compromised, there’s an increased risk of bacteria and endotoxins from the intestines entering the bloodstream, specifically the portal circulation. This phenomenon is known as bacterial translocation, and it can lead to systemic inflammatory responses and sepsis.
- patients who fail to respond to initial resuscitative efforts should be assumed to have ongoing active hemorrhage from large vessels and require extensive diagnostic tests.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
B. FALSE
The statement implies that if a patient does not respond to initial resuscitative efforts, the automatic assumption should be ongoing active hemorrhage from large vessels and that they should undergo extensive diagnostic tests.
While ongoing active hemorrhage from large vessels is a possibility in patients who don’t respond to initial resuscitation, it’s not the only possibility. Other causes, such as cardiac tamponade, tension pneumothorax, or severe traumatic brain injury, among others, could also contribute to the failure of resuscitative measures.
Moreover, the term “extensive diagnostic tests” is quite broad. While it’s essential to identify the cause of shock quickly, not every patient may need “extensive” tests. What’s crucial is that the tests and interventions are appropriate to the clinical scenario.
- hypoxia inhibits the production of erythrocyte 2, 3 diphosphoglycerate (2,3DG)
A. True
B. False
B. False
2,3-diphosphoglycerate (2,3-DPG) plays a crucial role in the oxygen-binding curve of hemoglobin. An increase in its concentration within erythrocytes makes hemoglobin release oxygen more readily to the tissues.
When tissues experience hypoxia, one of the compensatory mechanisms is to increase the production of 2,3-DPG within erythrocytes. This increase ensures that more oxygen is offloaded from hemoglobin to the tissues, where it’s needed.
Innate immune response can help restore homeostasis, or if it is excessive, promote cellular and organ dysfunction
A. True
B. False
A. True
- Activation of the complement cascade can contribute to the development of organ dysfunction.
A. True
B. False
A. True
18.Magnitude of the oxygen debt correlates with the severity and duration of hypoperfusion.
A. True
B. False
A. True
19.Activated Complement factors C3a, C4a, and C5a are potent mediators of increased vascular permeability, smooth muscle contraction, histamine, and arachidonic acid by product release and adherence of neutrophils to vascular endothelium.
A. True
B. False
A. True
- Activated PMNs and their products cannot produce cell injury and organ dysfunction.
A. True
B. False
B. False
- In the nontrauma pt. with shock, the gastrointestinal tract must always be considered as a site for blood loss
A. True
B. False
A. True
Non-trauma: GIT must always be considered
o Upper or Lower GIT bleeding
o With hematemesis or bleeding
o Hx & PE is important
- Play a role in the development of diffuse alveolar damage and ARDS
A. TNF-a
B. IL-1 B
C. IL-6
D. IL-10
C. IL-6
- Produced by activated T cells
A. IL-2
B. TNF-a
C. IL-1b
D. IL-6
E. IL-10
A. IL-2
- Very short half life of 6 minutes
A. IL-10
B. IL-6
C. TNF-a
D. IL-1b
D. IL-1b
- Anti inflammatory cytokine that may have immunosuppressive properties
A. IL-10
B. IL-2
C. IL-6
D. IL-1b
A. IL-10
- Peak within 90 minutes of stimulation and return frequently to baseline levels within 4 hours.
A. IL-6
B. TNF-a
C. TNF-b
D. IL-10
B. TNF-a
- Which is the following statement/s is/are true regarding shock.
A. Resultant cellular injury is usually reversible
B. Inadequate delivery of oxygen and nutrients to maintain normal tissue and cellular function.
C. Clinical manifestations are the result of stimulation of the sympathetic and neuroendocrine stress responses.
D. A and B
E. All of the above
E. All of the above
A. Resultant cellular injury is usually reversible:
This statement is partially true. In the early stages of shock, cellular injury can be reversible. However, if shock is prolonged and severe, the cellular injury can become irreversible, leading to cell death.
B. Inadequate delivery of oxygen and nutrients to maintain normal tissue and cellular function:
True. One of the fundamental characteristics of shock is the inadequate delivery of oxygen and essential nutrients to tissues, which compromises cellular function.
C. Clinical manifestations are the result of stimulation of the sympathetic and neuroendocrine stress responses:
True. The body’s response to shock involves the activation of the sympathetic nervous system and the neuroendocrine stress response. This results in clinical manifestations such as tachycardia, vasoconstriction, and increased alertness, among others.
28.Which of the statements/is/are true?
A. While the quantitative nature of the physiologic response in shock will vary wth the etiology of shock, the qualitative nature of the response to shock is similar with common pathways in all types of shock
B. The magnitude of the physiologic response is proportional to both the degree and the duration of the shock
C.The physiologic responses to hypovolemia are directed at preservation of perfusion to the lungs and kidneys
D. A nd B
E. All of the above
D. A and B
A. While the quantitative nature of the physiologic response in shock will vary with the etiology of shock, the qualitative nature of the response to shock is similar with common pathways in all types of shock:
True. Regardless of the specific cause (etiology) of shock, there are common physiologic pathways and responses activated in the body. The specific magnitude or degree of these responses might vary based on the cause, but the overall direction and nature of the response are similar across different types of shock.
B. The magnitude of the physiologic response is proportional to both the degree and the duration of the shock:
True. The body’s response will be more pronounced and severe if the shock is more profound (degree) or if it lasts longer (duration).
C. The physiologic responses to hypovolemia are directed at preservation of perfusion to the lungs and kidneys:
This statement is partially true. In the face of hypovolemia (low blood volume), the body prioritizes perfusion to vital organs such as the brain and heart. While the kidneys are important and the body does make efforts to preserve their perfusion, they might experience decreased blood flow in severe hypovolemia as the body prioritizes other vital organs. The lungs, on the other hand, don’t “perfuse” in the same way as other organs – they receive the entirety of cardiac output. The statement might be misconstrued to suggest that the lungs and kidneys are the primary focus, which isn’t accurate.
29.What kind of shock is seen in patient with arrythmias?
A. Cardiogenic shock
B. Septic shock
C. Obstructive shock
D. Neurogenic shock
A. Cardiogenic shock
A. Cardiogenic shock
(Impaired cardiac function, myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, valve dysfunction, cardiomyopathy.)
B. Septic shock (Sepsis)
C. Obstructive shock
(Tension Pneumothorax, Cardiac Tamponade, Pulmonary Embolism)
D. Neurogenic shock
(Spinal cord injury, loss of sympathetic tone, vasodilation.)
- A 23 y/o male sustained a stab wound on the left chest 4th ICS MAL. He was rushed to the ER with difficulty of breathing, vital signs BP 90/60, HR 110, RR 28. What are your differential diagnosis?
A. Cardiac tamponade
B. Hemothorax
C. Tension Pneumothorax
D. A and B
E. All of the above
C. Tension Pneumothorax
31.A 33 y/o male sustained a stab wound on the left chest 4th ICS MAL. He was rushed to the ER with difficulty of breathing, vital signs BP 90/60, HR 110, RR 28. Physical exam showed diminished breath sounds over the left hemithorax, hyperresonance to percussion, jugular venous distention, and shift of mediastinal structures to the unaffected side with tracheal deviation. What is the most likely diagnosis?
A. Esophageal Perforation
B. Hemothorax
C. Cardiac Tamponade
D. Tension Pneumothorax
D. Tension Pneumothorax
.A 33 y/o male sustained a stab wound on the left chest 4th ICS MAL. He was rushed to the ER with difficulty of breathing, vital signs BP 90/60, HR 110, RR 28. Physical exam showed diminished breath sounds over the left hemithorax, hyperresonance to percussion, jugular venous distention, and shift of mediastinal structures to the unaffected side with tracheal deviation. What is the best treatment?
A.CTT Insertion
B.Pericardiocentesis
C. Thoracic needling
D.Open Thoracotomy
A.CTT Insertion
- Which of the follow is/are true of neurogenic shock?
A. Diminished tissue perfusion as a result of loss of vasomotor tone to peripheral arterial bed
B. Loss of vasoconstrictor impulses results in increased vascular capacitance, decreased venous return and decreased cardiac output
C. Usually secondary to spinal cord injuries from vertebral body fractures of the cervical or high thoracic region that disrupt sympathetic regulation of the peripheral vascular tone
D. A and B
D. AOTA
D. AOTA
- Acute spinal cord injury results in activation of multiple secondary injury mechanisms except:
A. loss of cellular membrane integrity and impaired energy metabolism
B. vascular compromise to the spinal cord with loss of autoregulation, vasospasm, and thrombosis
C. hypotension contributes to the worsening of acute spinal cord injury as the result of further reduction in blood flow to the spinal cord
D. none of the above
E. all of the above
D. none of the above
- Classic description of neurogenic shock consist of the following except
A. Warm extremities
B. Hypotension
C. Tachycardia
D. Vertebral column fracture
E. NOTA
C. Tachycardia
- A 45 y/o male sustained a single stab wound on the left lower quadrant. Her vital signs at the emergency room as follows: BP = 80/60, HR = 118/min, RR = 26/min and confusion. How much blood volume must have been lost?
A. <15%
B. 15 to 25%
C. 25-30%
D. 30-40%
E. >40%
D. 30-40%
- The following statements is/are true regarding cardiogenic. Except?
A. Involves vicious cycle of myocardial ischemia which causes myocardial dysfunction, which results in more myocardial ischemia
B. Mortality rates for cardiogenic shock are 30%
C. Circulatory pump failure leading to diminished forward flow and subsequent tissue hypoxia in setting of adequate intravascular volume
D. A and B
E. A and C
B. Mortality rates for cardiogenic shock are 30%
- Which of the following medications is preferable in the treatment of cardiac dysfunction in hypotensive patients?
a. Dobutamine
B. Epinephrine
c. dopamine
d. morphine
c. dopamine
- Which of the following drugs does not stimulate alpha receptors, thus without vasoconstriction effect in the peripheral vessels?
A. Morphine
B. Epinephrine
C. Dopamine
D. Dobutamine
A. Morphine:
Morphine is an opioid analgesic. It does not act on alpha receptors and does not cause vasoconstriction. In fact, morphine can cause vasodilation.
B. Epinephrine:
Epinephrine (adrenaline) stimulates both alpha and beta receptors. Its stimulation of alpha receptors can lead to vasoconstriction.
C. Dopamine:
Dopamine, at varying doses, can stimulate dopamine, beta, and alpha receptors. At higher doses, dopamine can stimulate alpha receptors, leading to vasoconstriction.
D. Dobutamine:
Dobutamine is a synthetic catecholamine that primarily stimulates beta-1 receptors, leading to increased cardiac contractility. It has minimal effect on alpha receptors and does not cause significant vasoconstriction.
- Confirmation of cardiac source for shock requires which of the following?
A. Cardiac enzymes
B. ECG
C. 2D Echo
D. A and B
E. B and C
B. ECG
41 What type of shock is characterized by both peripheral vasodilation with resultant hypotension
A. Neurogenic Shock
B. Septic Shock
C. Hemmorrhagic Shock
D. Obstructive Shock
E. Cardiogenic Shock
B. Septic Shock
- What type of shock represents the final common pathaway for profound and prolonged shock of any etiology?
A. Hemorrhagic shock
B. Neurogenic Shock
C. Cardiogenic Shock
D. Vasodilatory shock
D. Vasodilatory shock
- A 60 y/o male admitted at the ICU because of pneumonia with positive bacterial culture in the sputum. There is note of fever, leukocytosis, tachcardia and urine output of 15cc per hour for the past 4 hrs. His VS: BP 110/60, HR 108, RR 24. What is the most likely diagnosis?
A. Bacteremia
B. Sepsis
C. Septic shock
D. Severe Sepsis
C. Septic shock
To determine the most likely diagnosis, let’s analyze the provided clinical features:
1. Pneumonia with positive bacterial culture in the sputum: This indicates a confirmed bacterial infection.
2. Fever and leukocytosis: These are signs of a systemic inflammatory response.
3. Tachycardia (HR 108): This is an elevated heart rate.
4. Urine output of 15cc per hour for the past 4 hours: This is a reduced urine output, indicating potential kidney dysfunction.
5. Blood Pressure (BP) 110/60: The blood pressure is within a normal range and is not indicative of shock.
Given the criteria for sepsis and related conditions:
* Bacteremia: Presence of bacteria in the blood.
* Sepsis: A life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated host response to infection.
* Septic shock: A subset of sepsis in which particularly profound circulatory, cellular, and metabolic abnormalities are associated with a greater risk of mortality than with sepsis alone. It’s usually characterized by hypotension that’s unresponsive to fluid resuscitation.
* Severe Sepsis: Sepsis with evidence of organ dysfunction, hypoperfusion, or hypotension.
- Lactate is generated by conversion of pyruvate to lactate to lactate dehydrogenase in the setting of insufficient oxygen. Lactate is released into the circulation and is predominantly taken up by which organ?
A. Pancreas
B. Kidney
C. Liver
D. A and B
E. B and C
E. B and C
45 Preferred to support the diagnosis of cardiac tamponade
A. ECG
B. Ultrasound
C. CVP
D. 2D echo
E. Chest Xray
D. 2D echo
D. 2D echo (Two-dimensional echocardiography): This is the gold standard for diagnosing cardiac tamponade as it allows direct visualization of the pericardial effusion and its hemodynamic consequences on the heart.
- A patient undergoing elective open cholecystectomy under spinal anesthesia develops a BP 70/50. There are no signs of bleeding and sepsis. What is the most appropriate initial therapy?
A. Transfusion of blood
B. 2L of plain LR
C. Beta adrenergic stimulator
D. Alpha mimetic drug
E. Administration of corticosteroids
D. Alpha mimetic drug
In the scenario described, the patient undergoes an elective open cholecystectomy under spinal anesthesia and develops hypotension without signs of bleeding or sepsis. This suggests the hypotension is likely related to the spinal anesthesia.
Spinal anesthesia can cause hypotension due to sympathetic blockade. This leads to vasodilation of the blood vessels, particularly in the lower extremities, causing a reduction in systemic vascular resistance and subsequent hypotension.
Given the probable cause of the hypotension and the provided options:
A. Transfusion of blood: This is not the first choice as there is no sign of bleeding.
B. 2L of plain LR (Lactated Ringer’s solution): Rapid fluid resuscitation can be beneficial to counteract the vasodilation and increase preload, thereby improving blood pressure.
C. Beta adrenergic stimulator: This is not the primary choice for treatment of hypotension due to spinal anesthesia.
D. Alpha mimetic drug: Drugs that stimulate alpha receptors cause vasoconstriction. Alpha mimetics, like phenylephrine, are commonly used to treat hypotension resulting from spinal anesthesia.
E. Administration of corticosteroids: Not indicated in this scenario.