Shock: A Life Threatening EmergencyResult of circulatory system failure
Inadequate blood flow to some part of the body
A MAJOR CAUSE OF DEATH !!!
Shock: A Life Threatening Emergency
Result of circulatory system failure
Inadequate blood flow to some part of the body
A MAJOR CAUSE OF DEATH !!!
Shock #2
Always treat victims for shock
Shock:
can be prevented
cannot be reversed
Types of Shock
Cardiogenic
Heart failure
Neurogenic
Spinal cord damage
Drug overdose
Vessels dilate
Blood supply insufficient to fill vessels
Types of Shock #2
Septic
Result of a bacterial infection
Vessels lose ability to contract
Hypovolemic (Fluid Loss)
Most common type
Blood loss
Dehydration from vomiting, diarrhea or profuse sweating
Shock: What To Look For
Pale, cool, clammy skin
Altered mental status
Rapid breathing and pulse
Unresponsiveness
Nausea and vomiting
Shock: What To Do
Care for life threatening injuries
Call 911
Conscious victim
In absence of spinal cord injury: elevate legs 8-12 inches
injuries to upper half of body – raise the upper half of body
injuries to lower half of body, raise the lower half of the body
Loosen clothing
Cover victim (over and under)
Do not let victim eat or drink
May suck on wet cloth
Unconscious: Place in recovery position and cover
Usually comes on in minutes / Peaks in 15-30 minutes
Sensation of warmth
Intense itching of soles of feet and palms of hands
Breathing difficulties
Tightness and swelling in throat
Coughing, sneezing, wheezing
Tightness in chest
Characteristics of Anaphylaxis #2
Increased pulse rate
Swollen face, tongue, mouth
Nausea and vomiting
Dizziness
Blue around lips and mouth
Anaphylaxis: What To Do
Check ABC’s
Use ice pack on bee sting
Inject epinephrine (dilates bronchioles)
(hopefully victim will have some)
Inject in outside part of thigh, hold for 10 seconds
May need to repeat
Get help immediately - 911(float trip)
Benedryl – too slow for major emergency, but worth a try
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