Shock

Question 1

What is shock in small animal veterinary medicine?

Answer 1

A life-threatening condition characterized by inadequate blood flow to tissues.

Question 2

True or False: Shock can occur due to both hypovolemia and cardiogenic causes.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Name the four main types of shock in small animals.

Answer 3

Hypovolemic, cardiogenic, distributive, and obstructive shock.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: ______ shock is caused by a significant loss of blood volume.

Answer 4

Hypovolemic

Question 5

What are common clinical signs of shock in dogs and cats?

Answer 5

Tachycardia, weak pulse, pale mucous membranes, and altered mentation.

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of shock? A) Hypovolemic B) Cardiac C) Distributive D) Obstructive

Answer 6

B) Cardiac

Question 7

What is the primary goal in the management of shock?

Answer 7

Restoration of adequate tissue perfusion.

Question 8

True or False: In distributive shock, blood vessels are constricted.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

What is a common treatment for hypovolemic shock?

Answer 9

Fluid therapy.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: In cardiogenic shock, the heart is unable to ______ effectively.

Answer 10

pump blood

Question 11

What is the significance of monitoring vital signs in a shocked animal?

Answer 11

It helps assess the severity of shock and response to treatment.

Question 12

True or False: Obstructive shock can be caused by conditions like a cardiac tamponade.

Answer 12

True

Question 13

What type of shock is characterized by systemic vasodilation?

Answer 13

Distributive shock.

Question 14

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a potential cause of cardiogenic shock? A) Hemorrhage B) Heart failure C) Anaphylaxis D) Sepsis

Answer 14

B) Heart failure

Question 15

What is the first step in treating an animal in shock?

Answer 15

Assess the patient’s airway, breathing, and circulation.

Question 16

True or False: Shock can only occur in dogs and cats.

Answer 16

False

Question 17

What is the purpose of administering vasopressors in shock management?

Answer 17

To increase vascular tone and improve blood pressure.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: ______ shock may result from severe allergic reactions.

Answer 18

Anaphylactic

Question 19

What is the role of blood transfusions in managing hypovolemic shock?

Answer 19

To increase blood volume and improve oxygen carrying capacity.

Question 20

What laboratory tests are important in diagnosing shock?

Answer 20

Complete blood count, biochemistry profile, and blood gas analysis.

Question 21

Multiple Choice: Which condition is most likely to cause obstructive shock? A) Pneumothorax B) Dehydration C) Heartworm disease D) Hypoglycemia

Answer 21

A) Pneumothorax

Question 22

What is the importance of early recognition of shock in small animals?

Answer 22

It can significantly improve the chances of survival.

Question 23

True or False: All types of shock require the same treatment protocol.

Answer 23

False

Question 24

What is the difference between compensated and decompensated shock?

Answer 24

Compensated shock has mechanisms to maintain perfusion, while decompensated shock does not.

Question 25

Fill in the blank: The ______ reflex can help maintain blood pressure in early shock.

Answer 25

baroreceptor

Question 26

What type of shock is often seen in septic patients?

Answer 26

Distributive shock.

Question 27

True or False: Fluid resuscitation is contraindicated in all types of shock.

Answer 27

False