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Which treatment is recommended for Tension Pneumothorax in EMS?
Which treatment is recommended for Tension Pneumothorax in EMS?
- Needle T (correct)
- NS boluses
- Epi @ Benadryl
- Blood products
What is a symptom of Compensated shock?
What is a symptom of Compensated shock?
- RR fast
- HR bounding +3
- Weakness
- SPO2 WNL (correct)
In the context of Irreversible shock, what skin condition may be observed?
In the context of Irreversible shock, what skin condition may be observed?
- Warm and moist
- Red and dry
- Cool and clammy
- Dusk or pale, extremities cold (correct)
Which stage of shock is characterized by a pulse pressure of 30-40?
Which stage of shock is characterized by a pulse pressure of 30-40?
What is a common symptom of Decompensated shock?
What is a common symptom of Decompensated shock?
In the context of shock, what is the effect on the blood shunting towards the lungs?
In the context of shock, what is the effect on the blood shunting towards the lungs?
Which condition does not respond to resuscitation efforts according to the text?
Which condition does not respond to resuscitation efforts according to the text?
What is the main clinical syndrome resulting from inadequate tissue perfusion?
What is the main clinical syndrome resulting from inadequate tissue perfusion?
Which process involves shunting of blood bypassing capillary exchange beds?
Which process involves shunting of blood bypassing capillary exchange beds?
What may lead to increases in CO2 and Lactate blood levels in areas of Hypoperfusion?
What may lead to increases in CO2 and Lactate blood levels in areas of Hypoperfusion?
Which condition results in a negative Base deficit (-2 - +2)?
Which condition results in a negative Base deficit (-2 - +2)?
What process involves the release of potent inflammatory processes leading to vasodilation?
What process involves the release of potent inflammatory processes leading to vasodilation?
Which situation may lead to an increase in inflammatory process and clotting cascade in areas of Hypoperfusion?
Which situation may lead to an increase in inflammatory process and clotting cascade in areas of Hypoperfusion?
What is the main metabolic process that increases Lactate blood levels during Hypoperfusion?
What is the main metabolic process that increases Lactate blood levels during Hypoperfusion?
Which cellular response is activated by endothelial cell damage in areas of Hypoperfusion?
Which cellular response is activated by endothelial cell damage in areas of Hypoperfusion?
'Shock' releases a catastrophic cascade of events involving pumps, pipes, fluids, and electrical disturbances. What is the first step in managing this cascade?
'Shock' releases a catastrophic cascade of events involving pumps, pipes, fluids, and electrical disturbances. What is the first step in managing this cascade?
Which of the following is the correct range for the pulmonary vascular resistance (PVR) in the given information?
Which of the following is the correct range for the pulmonary vascular resistance (PVR) in the given information?
What is the primary function of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) in the context of blood pressure regulation?
What is the primary function of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) in the context of blood pressure regulation?
Which of the following is NOT a type of shock listed in the given information?
Which of the following is NOT a type of shock listed in the given information?
Which of the following is the correct range for the mean arterial pressure (MAP) according to the given information?
Which of the following is the correct range for the mean arterial pressure (MAP) according to the given information?
Which of the following hormones is primarily responsible for the activation of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) in response to low blood pressure?
Which of the following hormones is primarily responsible for the activation of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) in response to low blood pressure?
What is the primary function of the sympathetic nervous system in the context of blood pressure regulation?
What is the primary function of the sympathetic nervous system in the context of blood pressure regulation?
Which of the following is the correct range for the pulmonary artery pressure (PAP) according to the given information?
Which of the following is the correct range for the pulmonary artery pressure (PAP) according to the given information?
Which of the following is NOT a therapeutic intervention mentioned in the given information for managing low afterload?
Which of the following is NOT a therapeutic intervention mentioned in the given information for managing low afterload?
What is the primary function of the electrical impulse in the cardiac cycle, as represented by the SAC and DPF phases?
What is the primary function of the electrical impulse in the cardiac cycle, as represented by the SAC and DPF phases?
What is the most common cause of neurogenic shock?
What is the most common cause of neurogenic shock?
Which of the following is a characteristic of anaphylactic shock?
Which of the following is a characteristic of anaphylactic shock?
What is the primary function of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) in the context of blood pressure regulation?
What is the primary function of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) in the context of blood pressure regulation?
Which of the following is NOT a type of generalized vasodilation shock listed in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a type of generalized vasodilation shock listed in the text?
Which of the following is the correct range for the mean arterial pressure (MAP) according to the given information?
Which of the following is the correct range for the mean arterial pressure (MAP) according to the given information?
What is the primary function of the sympathetic nervous system in the context of blood pressure regulation?
What is the primary function of the sympathetic nervous system in the context of blood pressure regulation?
Which of the following is the correct range for the pulmonary artery pressure (PAP) according to the given information?
Which of the following is the correct range for the pulmonary artery pressure (PAP) according to the given information?
Which of the following is NOT a therapeutic intervention mentioned in the given information for managing low afterload?
Which of the following is NOT a therapeutic intervention mentioned in the given information for managing low afterload?
Which of the following is the correct range for the pulmonary vascular resistance (PVR) in the given information?
Which of the following is the correct range for the pulmonary vascular resistance (PVR) in the given information?
What is the main metabolic process that increases Lactate blood levels during Hypoperfusion?
What is the main metabolic process that increases Lactate blood levels during Hypoperfusion?
What is a common cause of Neurogenic shock, as described in the text?
What is a common cause of Neurogenic shock, as described in the text?
Which physical finding is associated with Cardiac Tamponade, according to the text?
Which physical finding is associated with Cardiac Tamponade, according to the text?
What is the primary problem in Dissociative shock, according to the text?
What is the primary problem in Dissociative shock, according to the text?
What action is recommended for manual C-spine stabilization in patients with Spinal Shock?
What action is recommended for manual C-spine stabilization in patients with Spinal Shock?
Which condition results in ventilation/perfusion mismatch, based on the information provided?
Which condition results in ventilation/perfusion mismatch, based on the information provided?
What is an essential characteristic of Shock as described in the text?
What is an essential characteristic of Shock as described in the text?
What is the effect of excess fluid in the pericardial sac on the heart in Cardiac Tamponade?
What is the effect of excess fluid in the pericardial sac on the heart in Cardiac Tamponade?
What physical sign is indicative of Tension Pneumothorax, based on the information provided?
What physical sign is indicative of Tension Pneumothorax, based on the information provided?
What characteristic describes Neurogenic shock based on the text?
What characteristic describes Neurogenic shock based on the text?
What is a common symptom associated with Tension Hemothorax as per the information provided?
What is a common symptom associated with Tension Hemothorax as per the information provided?
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