Chapter 17:4 providing first aid for shock – Flashcards
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Define shock
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A clinical set of signs and symptoms associated w/an inadequate supply of blood to body organs, especially the brain and heart
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What are some causes of shock
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Hemorrhage, excessive pain, poisoning by chemicals, infection, heart attack, stroke, drugs or gases
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Caused by an acute infection (shock)
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Septic
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Heart cannot pump efficiently because heart muscle is damaged (shock)
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Cardiogenic
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Severe bleeding leads to a decrease in blood volume (shock)
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Hemorrhagic
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Hypersensitive or allergic reaction causes body to release histamine (shock)
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Anaphylactic
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Emotional distress causes sudden dilation of blood vessels (shock)
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Psychogenic
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Loss of body fluid causes disruption in normal acid-base balance of body (shock)
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Metabolic
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What are some signs and symptoms of shock?
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Skin is pale, skin is cool to the touch, excessive perspiration, pulse is rapid and weak, BP is very low or below normal, anxiety and restlessness, excessive thirst, nausea, blurred vision, pupils dilate
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Treatment for shock is directed at eliminating ( ), improving ( ), providing ( ), and maintaining ( )
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Cause of shock, circulation, oxygen, body temperature
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What is the best position for victims with neck or spinal injuries?
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Do not move, unless absolutely necessary
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What is the best position for victims vomiting or bleeding from the mouth?
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On their side to prevent choking
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What is the best position for victims with respiratory distress?
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Raise the victim's head and shoulders to make breathing easier
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What is the default position if no specific conditions are present?
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Victim lying on flat back, raising feet and legs 12 inches off the ground
