ATCN 2020 Chapter 3 Shock Exam with Correct Solutions | 2024 Updated

ATCN 2020 Chapter 3 Shock Exam with Correct Solutions | 2024 Updated What is the first step in managing shock in trauma patients? - Answer -The first step in managing shock in trauma patients is to recognize it. Define Shock - Answer -An abnormality of the circulatory system that results in inadequate oxygen perfusion and tissue oxygenation. List the second step in managing shock - Answer -Is to identify the probable cause of shock and adjust treatment accordingly. List the four type of shock? - Answer -Cardiogenic Shock Obstructive Shock Neurogenic Shock Septic shock Cardiogenic Shock caused by? - Answer -(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 - Answer -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 Obstructive Shock - Consider these diagnosis with injuries above the diaphragm - Answer -Tension Pneumothorax - reduces venous return resulting in Obstructive shock I. Acute Respiratory Distress II. Sub - Q emphysema III. Absent Unilateral breath Sound