Shock: Diagnosis Flashcards by Kaycee DeBord | Brainscape

Q

How can shock be diagnosed? (2)

A

history

2. clinical signs

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What are these the clinical signs of?

Mentation
Pale, cold, dry mucous membranes
Prolonged capillary refill time (CRT)
Tachycardia
Decreased pulse strength
Decreased heart sounds
Cold skin and extremities
Weakness

A

Shock

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What is Mentation? (2)

A

Depression

2. Obtunded: loss of interest in surroundings

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