Definitions

Question 0

Axonotmesis

Answer 0

Injury to a nerve interrupting the axon and causing loss of function and wallerian degeneration distal to the lesion; with no damage to the endoneurium, regeneration is possible (e.g. Crush injury)

Question 1

Neuropraxia

Answer 1

Injury to a nerve that causes transient loss of function; nerve dysfunction will be rapidly reversed (e.g. Compression)

Question 2

Hypovolemic shock signs and symptoms

Answer 2

Cause: heat, dehydration… Increased RR and HR, decreased BP, decreased level of consciousness, anxiety

Question 3

Septic shock signs and symptoms

Answer 3

Caused by severe infection; fever, tachycardia, organ failure, tachypnea

Question 4

Anaphylactic signs and symptoms

Answer 4

Hives, edema, wheezing, warmth, dyspnea, anxiety