Hemorrhagic Shock Management Principles

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What is the recommended initial treatment for visible brisk bleeding due to hemorrhagic shock?

  • Administer antibiotics
  • Administer IV fluids
  • Perform surgery immediately
  • Apply direct pressure (correct)

What is the role of tourniquets in the management of extremity bleeding in hemorrhagic shock?

  • Administer medications through the tourniquet
  • Use tourniquets instead of applying direct pressure
  • Apply tourniquets to extremity bleeding to stop blood loss (correct)
  • Use tourniquets on all wounds to control bleeding

How can persistent bleeding from uncontrolled smaller vessels impact a patient with hemorrhagic shock?

  • Quickly stop on its own
  • Contribute to the development of shock over time (correct)
  • Cause an increase in blood pressure
  • Lead to decreased heart rate

In cases where major blood loss is not immediately visible, what type of hemorrhage should be considered?

<p>Intracavitary (internal) hemorrhage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential component of patient resuscitation in hemorrhagic shock?

<p>Control of ongoing hemorrhage (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be used to minimize ongoing blood loss in cases of massive blood loss from major arteries or veins?

<p>Direct pressure application (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should control of ongoing hemorrhage be approached in hemorrhagic shock?

<p>An important part of patient resuscitation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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