Introduction to Shock States
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>Significant loss of blood or fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of shock results from impaired distribution of blood volume?

    <p>Distributive shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of distributive shock known as septic shock?

    <p>Systemic infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what type of shock do nursing interventions typically focus on fluid resuscitation?

    <p>Hypovolaemic shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

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