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Shock and Bleeding in the Trauma Patient. April Morgenroth RN , MN. Shock Defined. Shock: A state where the body’s organs are not sufficiently perfused with oxygenated blood. Key Points. Remember: Hypoperfusion = oxygenated blood not getting where it needs to go.
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Shock and Bleeding in the Trauma Patient April MorgenrothRN, MN
Shock Defined Shock: A state where the body’s organs are not sufficiently perfused with oxygenated blood.
Key Points Remember: Hypoperfusion= oxygenated blood not getting where it needs to go Blood is driven by pressures Pressure = amount of stuff in a given space
Battlefield Awareness: Recognizing Shock Types of Shock: Distributive: Neurogenic Septic Anaphilactic Cardiogenic: MI, Cardiomyopathy, tampenade Hypovolemic Relative vs. Absolute
Distributive Shock Insult Vasodilation Same Stuff/ More Space Hypotension
Causes of Distributive Shock • Neurogenic: • Head injuries • Spinal Cord injuries • Pain and drugs • Septic: • UTI • SIRS • Bacteremia • Anaphylactic • Bee stings • Drugs • Foods
The Circulatory SystemReview The circulatory system facilitates the transportation and exchange of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and nutrients. Blood Red blood cells: Carry oxygen to cell and carbon dioxide away from cells White blood cells: Play a role in fighting infection and protecting the body against pathogens Platelets: Help the body form clots to repair damage done to the blood vessels.