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What is the primary focus of nursing interventions in cardiogenic shock?
What is the primary focus of nursing interventions in cardiogenic shock?
- Identifying and treating the underlying cause (correct)
- Administering antibiotics
- Managing blood glucose levels
- Performing surgery on the heart
In obstructive shock, what is a common cause that leads to decreased blood flow?
In obstructive shock, what is a common cause that leads to decreased blood flow?
- Obesity
- Fluid overload
- Pulmonary embolism (correct)
- High blood pressure
What is a key aspect of nursing care for cardiogenic shock patients apart from addressing the underlying cardiac dysfunction?
What is a key aspect of nursing care for cardiogenic shock patients apart from addressing the underlying cardiac dysfunction?
- Providing physical therapy sessions
- Performing daily ECGs
- Optimising preload and afterload (correct)
- Administering high doses of painkillers
What is the primary characteristic of hypovolaemic shock?
What is the primary characteristic of hypovolaemic shock?
Which type of shock results from impaired distribution of blood volume?
Which type of shock results from impaired distribution of blood volume?
What is the main cause of distributive shock known as septic shock?
What is the main cause of distributive shock known as septic shock?
In what type of shock do nursing interventions typically focus on fluid resuscitation?
In what type of shock do nursing interventions typically focus on fluid resuscitation?