Shock: First Aid PDF

Signs of internal bleeding may include: « Bleeding from body cavities (such as the ears, nose, rectum, etc.) « Vomiting or coughing up blood « Bruising on neck, chest, abdomen or side (between ribs and hip) e Wounds that have penetrated the skull, chest or abdomen « Abdominal...

Signs of internal bleeding may include: « Bleeding from body cavities (such as the ears, nose, rectum, etc.) « Vomiting or coughing up blood « Bruising on neck, chest, abdomen or side (between ribs and hip) e Wounds that have penetrated the skull, chest or abdomen « Abdominal tenderness, possibly accompanied by rigidity or spasm of abdominal muscles « Fractures - Shock Shock: First Aid Shock may result from trauma, heart conditions (heart attack; heart failure), heavy internal or external bleeding, severe allergic reactions or infections, burns, or even dehydration. Signs and Symptoms of Shock: « Cool, clammy skin, possibly pale or gray. Lips and fingernails may be bluish in color. « Low blood pressure with a weak and rapid pulse. « Slow, shallow breathing, or hyper-ventilation (rapid or deep breathing). « Feelings of nausea and chest pains. « Eyes staring and/or glossy. Sometimes the pupils are dilated. « Unconscious or if conscious, then faint, very weak or confused. Person may become overly excited and anxious. If the person acts normal but you suspect shock: « Dial 911 or call the local EM number. « Have the person lie down on the person's back with their feet elevated eight inches or so above the ground. If raising the legs will cause pain or further injury, keep the person flat. Keep the person still. 140