Vasovagal Syncope Flashcards
1
Q
Airway
A
patent
2
Q
Breathing - resp rate, SpO2
A
raise resp rate
low Sp02
3
Q
Circulation - HR, BP, colour
A
tachycardia followed quickly by bradycardia
hypotension
pallor
4
Q
Disability - ACVPU, glucose
A
Alert or unconscious on ACVPU depending what stage
blood glucose = 4 mmols or lower
5
Q
Exposure - symptoms
A
dizzy
blurred vision
lightheaded
nausea
sweaty
6
Q
How to manage before LOC
A
- give dextrose/glucose
- open window
- pt supine - returns venous BF and restores BP
- give low flow O2
7
Q
How to manage after LOC
A
- check airway
- assess breathing
- loosen tight clothing around neck
- high flow O2 - 15L/min through NRB mask
- plenty of reassurance on wakening
