Miscellaneous
Risk factors for Hypovolemic Shock?
Dehydration
Blood loss
Excessive diaphoresis, Diuresis
Diarrhea/vomiting
what is an intervention for a patient who is in hypovolemic shock?
Administer Fluids
what are some signs and symptoms of Hypovolemic shock?
Cool, clammy skin
Confusion
decreased urine output
decreased blood pressure, rapid pulse
What is the most common drug used for an anaphylactic shock?
Epinephrine
What Acid-base balance disturbance should the nurse anticipate when a patient is in shock?
Metabolic acidosis
What are your nursing interventions for a patient who is experiencing hypothermia secondary to shock?
(blankets, warm room temperature, etc)
What lab will help show that your pt is in metabolic acidosis?
ABG test
What drug is given in a less severe allergic reaction?
Benadryl
where is it most important to maintain blood flow while in shock?
Brain
Heart
What do you prioritize in a patient who is in shock?
Maintain airway
What is a lab for a pt who is experiencing Sepsis?
Urinalysis
What is the first-line vasopressor agent in the treament for shock?
Dopamine
what is a nursing goal for a patient who has had inadequate cerebral perfusion and metabolic acidosis?
Improve orientation
This procedure reduces preload w/ cardiogenic shock and helps the heart pump more efficiently. What am I?
Intraaortic pump
What diagnostic test can show your pt is having Palpitations ?
ECG
what is the drug of choice for anasthesia-induced hypotension?
Phenylephrine