Chapter 25: Shock- Intro

Question 1

What is the definition of shock?

Answer 1

Inadequate tissue perfusion

Question 2

What are the different types (5)?

Answer 2

1. Hypovolemic
2. Septic
3. Cardiogenic
4. Neurogenic
5. Anaphylactic

Question 3

What are the signs of shock?

Answer 3

• Pale, diaphoretic, cool skin
• Hypotension
• tachycardia
• tachypnea
• Decreased mental status and pulse pressure
• Poor capillary refill
• Poor urine output

Question 4

What are the best indicators of tissue perfusion?

Answer 4

1. Urine output,
2. mental status

Question 5

What lab tests help assess tissue perfusion?

Answer 5

Lactic acid (elevated with inadequate tissue perfusion), base deficit, pH from ABG (acidosis associated with inadequate tissue perfusion)