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A2 module 1

Types of Shock
Hypovolemic
Depleted Volume
Cardiogenic
Pump Failure
Obstructive
Indirect Pump Failure
Distributive
Lost Vascular Tone
Neurogenic
Anaphylactic
Septic
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2 mins
Sepsis Assessment
Signs and Symptoms
Systemic Infectious Process
Fever
Hypotension
Change in LOC
Increased WBC
Shift to the Left
Tachycardia
Tachypnea
Hyperglycemia
Edema
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Severe Sepsis and Septic Shock Assessment
Microthrombi
DIC
Decreased Oxygen Saturation
Decreased WBC
Oliguria
High Output Heart Failure
Multiple Organ Failure
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Septic shock
basics
Sepsis
skin
Warmth
values
Decreases Preload
Reduce Afterload
increase cardiac output
treatment
IV Fluids
Combined with Vasoconstrictors
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Hypovolemic shock
Basics:
Hypovolemic
Decreases Preload
Decreased Cardiac Output
increased after load
Increase Renin Release
Sympathetic Nervous System
When:
Hemorrhage
Dehydration
Burn victims
Treatment
IV Fluid Replacement
skin
cold
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Ventricular Dysrhythmias
V-Fib
V-Tac
Torsades de Pointes
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Atrial Dysrhythmia
A-fib
A-flutter
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28 secs
Heart Failure Interventions
Diagnostic Tests
Echocardiogram
Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring
Improve Gas Exchange
High Fowler's Position
Oxygen
Advanced Airway
Drugs and Devices
Diuretics
Beta Blockers
Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs)
ACE Inhibitors
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Pacemaker
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Ventricular Fibrillation (V-fib)
Causes
Myocardial Infarction
Ischemia
Disease States
Cardiac Catheterization
Pacemaker
Symptoms
Unresponsive
Pulseless
Apnea
Treatment
CPR/ACLS
Defibrillation
Drugs (epinephrine & vasopressin)
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Triage
Simple Triage And Rapid Treatment (START)
Tags
Red: Immediate (Critical)
Yellow: Delayed (Urgent)
Green: Minor (Ambulatory)
Black: Deceased (Expired)
Step 1: Movement
Ability to Walk
Step 2: Respirations
Spontaneous Breathing
Respiratory Rate
Step 3: Perfusion
Check Circulation
Step 4: Mental Status
Mental Status
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Cardiac Catheterization
Considerations
Fluttering Sensation
Contrast Media
NPO 6-12 Hours
After Procedure
Bed Rest
Assess Circulation
Assess for Bleeding
Monitor Vital Signs
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2 mins

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