ATCN 2020-2023 Chapter 3 Shock Questions And Answers

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ATCN 2020-2023 Chapter 3 Shock Questions And Answers What is the first step in managing shock in trauma patients? - ANS-The first step in managing shock in trauma patients is to recognize it. Defi... ne Shock - ANS-An abnormality of the circulatory system that results in inadequate oxygen perfusion and tissue oxygenation. List the second step in managing shock - ANS-Is to identify the probable cause of shock and adjust treatment accordingly. List the four type of shock? - ANS-Cardiogenic Shock Obstructive Shock Neurogenic Shock Septic shock Cardiogenic Shock caused by? - ANS-(Caused by blunt cardiac injury) Suspect blunt cardiac injury when the mechanism of injury to the thorax involves rapid deceleration. List three causes of Cardiogenic shock - ANS-Cardiac Tamponade Is most commonly encountered in patients with penetrating thoracic trauma, it can result from blunt injury to the thorax 1. Tachycardia 2. Muffled heart sounds 3. Dilated / engorged neck veins with hypotension and insufficient response to fluid therapy suggest cardiac tamponade Air Embolism Myocardial Infarction CONTINUES... [Show More]

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