EMR Exam #4, Questions and Answers 2024

The result of the heart being unable to supply adequate blood circulation to the vital organs, resulting in an inadequate supply of nutrients; caused by trauma or disease. Cardiogenic Shock A type of shock caused by inadequate distribution of blood, either in the blood vessels or throughout the body, leading to inadequate volumes of blood returning to the heart. Disruptive Shock A type of shock caused by an abnormal decrease in blood volume. Hypovolemic Shock (TEST) A type of shock caused by any obstruction to blood flow, usually within the blood vessels, such as a pulmonary embolism. Obstructive Shock A type of disruptive shock that occurs when an infection has spread to the point that bacteria are releasing toxins into the bloodstream, causing blood pressure to drop when the tissues become damaged from the circulating toxins. Septic Shock A life-threatening condition in which the circulatory system fails to adequately circulate oxygenated blood to all parts of the body; also referred to as Shock. Hypo perfusion & Shock (TEST) Knee cap Patella Collarbone Clavicle Upper arm Humerus