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What is the primary underlying cause of shock?
What is the primary underlying cause of shock?
- Respiratory failure
- Problems with the circulatory system (correct)
- Cardiac dysfunction
- Infection
Which of the following is NOT a type of shock?
Which of the following is NOT a type of shock?
- Hypovolemic
- Septic
- Cardiogenic
- Respiratory (correct)
What is the purpose of lactate measurement in shock diagnosis?
What is the purpose of lactate measurement in shock diagnosis?
- To gauge the degree of hypoperfusion (correct)
- To assess respiratory function
- To evaluate cardiac function
- To diagnose sepsis
Why is circulatory support crucial in the treatment of shock?
Why is circulatory support crucial in the treatment of shock?
What is the target level for central venous oxygenation in the treatment of shock?
What is the target level for central venous oxygenation in the treatment of shock?
What is the primary consideration when administering fluids to a patient in cardiogenic shock with pulmonary edema?
What is the primary consideration when administering fluids to a patient in cardiogenic shock with pulmonary edema?
In which type of shock may surgical or interventional control be necessary?
In which type of shock may surgical or interventional control be necessary?
What is the primary goal of early goal-directed therapy in sepsis syndromes?
What is the primary goal of early goal-directed therapy in sepsis syndromes?
What is the typical mortality rate for patients with shock, despite proper treatment?
What is the typical mortality rate for patients with shock, despite proper treatment?
What may be necessary in cardiogenic shock due to cardiac tamponade?
What may be necessary in cardiogenic shock due to cardiac tamponade?
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