Shock care Flashcards
1
Q
How often should vitals be when identifying shock
A
vitals hourly
2
Q
Explain respiratory support for shock care
A
oxygen therapy
3
Q
Explain management of fluid volume for shock patients?
A
Fluid resuscitation - usually through isotonic solution such as LR
4
Q
Explain vascular management for shock patients?
A
- vasopressors to ‘squeeze’ arteries and increase BP
5
Q
Give examples of vasopressors used in vascular management of shock patients?
A
norepinephrine, epinephrine, dopamine, vasopressin
6
Q
Give examples of inotropes used in vascular management of shock patients?
A
Milrinone, dobutamine, dopamine
7
Q
Explain management of complications of shock patients?
A
- early nutrition for calories/nutrients
- glycemic control (between 140-180)
- prevent ulcers with PPI
- monitor organ dysfunction
8
Q
Explain supportive care for shock patients?
A
- DVT/PE prevention
- temperature management
- infection control
