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NUR 445

Exam 3

Module 6 - Shock & Sepsis

What is Shock:

- Life-threatening syndrome where the circulatory system fails to supply adequate oxygenation
- Tissue hypoxia = organ failure and death if untreated
- Hypoxic condition + inadequate perfusion = priority with shock




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= Respiratory acidosis
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= Anuria (no urine)
= Dysrhythmias
- Refractory
o Extreme tissue hypoxia
o MODS
= Coma
= Severe hypotension
= Respiratory acidosis
= Hepatic/renal failure
= Necrosis

Hypovolemic Shock:

- Rapid fluid loss = lack of circulation volume
- Risk: blood loss 2 trauma, Gl Bleed, Burns, Severe Vomiting/diarrhea
- Hemodynamics:
o Acute loss of circulating fluid volume = decreased venous return
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= Blood Products + MAP monitoring (keep at 50)
= Do not give TOO MUCH Crystalloids = can worsen hemorrhage
o Identify and Tx Cause
- Nursing Assessments:
o Neuro assessments
o Vitalsigns
o Hemodynamics
= SVO2is decreased because they are NOT getting oxygen
o Urine Output

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