Emergency Medical Response - Shock Recognition and Management Quiz

Cool, clammy skin is a common sign of shock, indicating poor perfusion.

The primary goal in managing shock is to restore tissue perfusion to vital organs.

Hypertension is not a potential cause of shock; shock is typically associated with low blood pressure.

The hallmark sign of distributive shock is widespread vasodilation leading to reduced blood flow to vital organs.

The first step in managing a patient in shock is to assess the ABCs—Airway, Breathing, and Circulation.

Shock can lead to complications like delirium, affecting the central nervous system.

Hypovolemic shock is characterized by a decreased blood volume, leading to inadequate perfusion.

Severe allergic reactions can lead to distributive shock, characterized by widespread vasodilation.

The recommended first aid for shock is to keep the person warm to prevent hypothermia.

Dilated pupils are not a common symptom of shock; common symptoms include rapid pulse, pale skin, and confusion.

Administering intravenous fluids to a patient in shock helps increase blood volume and subsequently blood pressure.

The most appropriate position for a conscious patient in shock is supine with legs elevated to improve blood flow.

Neurogenic shock is characterized by hypotension and bradycardia due to spinal cord injury.

Crackles in the lungs are a symptom of cardiogenic shock, indicating pulmonary congestion.

Prioritize care for a patient in shock by treating for shock first, then maintaining the airway and controlling bleeding.

Untreated shock can lead to hypothermia as a complication due to inadequate perfusion.

Cardiogenic shock is most commonly caused by a myocardial infarction (heart attack).

Vasopressors in shock management work by constricting blood vessels, increasing blood pressure.

Administering oxygen therapy in shock management aims to improve tissue oxygenation for better organ function.