Hypotension & Shock

Hypotension & Shock Treatment

A. General Measures
Treatment depends upon prompt diagnosis and an accurate appraisal of inciting conditions. Initial therapy consists of basic life support:…    

Hypotension & Shock

Introduction

Essentials of Diagnosis

• Hypotension, tachycardia, oliguria, altered mental status.
• Peripheral hypoperfusion and hypoxia.

   

Diagnosis of Shock & Impending Shock

The different types of shock are characterized by the same clinical signs.

A. Hypotension
Hypotension in adults is traditionally defined as…