Shock Flashcards
1
Q
Types of shock
A
Hypovolaemic Septic Cardiogenic Anaphylactic Neurogenic
2
Q
Hypovolaemic
A
When body loses blood - through injury/accident
Bleeding, sweating, dizziness, confusion, rapid/shallow breathing
Treat with IV fluids!!
3
Q
Anaphylactic
A
Allergic reaction
Low BP, constricted airway, swollen tongue/lips, tingling extremities, hives
Treat with adrenaline, IV steroids and antihistamines!
4
Q
Cardiogenic
A
Caused by MI or other heart conditions
High HR, difficult breathing, sweating, pale
Treat heart!!
5
Q
Septic
A
Infection in the blood
Low urine output, confusion, dizziness, fever, tachycardia, tachypnea
Treat with antibiotics!
6
Q
Neurogenic
A
Damage to pathways of CNS
Instant low BP, warm flushed skin, slow HR
Treat with meds
