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Shock - Findings, Signs and Symptoms by Classification
 - Hypovolemic (Intravascular volume depletion)
 - Distributive (Vasodilation)
Shock - Findings ... Classification - Hypovolemic ... (Mechanical obstruction ... #Differential #Diagnosis ... #Comparison
Summary Table of how the 4 types of shock affect the circulatory system: 
 - Hypovolemic
the 4 types of shock ... Distributive - Obstructive ... #Diagnosis #Management ... #Types #Shock # ... Comparison #Table
Shock Classification Types - Pathophysiology Comparison

Obstructive Shock:
 • Obstructive shock is characterized by a blockage in
Pathophysiology Comparison ... Obstructive ... Shock: • Obstructive ... Hypovolemic Shock ... #diagnosis #classification
Hypotension - Rapid Response Management

1) Ask for vitals en route
2) Immediate Assessment
3) Examine for a cause:
Examine for a cause ... Cardiogenic • Hypovolemic ... Distributive • Obstructive ... 4) Diagnosis and ... #criticalcare #Shock
Shock and Vasoactive Drugs 
1) Determine type and etiology of shock
 • Distributive: Sepsis, Anaphylaxis, Neurogenic
Shock and Vasoactive ... Arrhythmias / CHB • Hypovolemic ... Pancreatitis • Obstructive ... #inopressors #diagnosis ... #management #comparison
Shock - Differential Diagnosis Framework
MAP = CO x SVR
Hypovolemic (↓ Intravascular volume):
 • Hemorrhage, dehydration due
MAP = CO x SVR Hypovolemic ... , S3, crackles Obstructive ... pressure, other findings ... based on cause ... #table #comparison
Shock Overview
A state of tissue hypoxia due to decreased or dysregulated oxygen delivery or extraction, resulting
RP bleed) • Hypovolemic ... post-ATN, post-obstructive ... Classification #diagnosis ... #management #Overview ... #differential #causes
Shock Overview
A state of tissue hypoxia due to decreased or dysregulated oxygen delivery or extraction, resulting
RP bleed) • Hypovolemic ... post-ATN, post-obstructive ... Classification #diagnosis ... #management #Overview ... #differential #causes
Hyperkalemia - Diagnosis and Management - GrepMed Handbook

S/Sx: Most pts asymptomatic. Weakness, cramping, nausea, paresthesias, palpitations,
Hyperkalemia - Diagnosis ... CHF, cirrhosis, hypovolemia ... only if no clear cause ... Treatments: • K-Binding ... - avoid ileus/obstruction
It is important to recognize Acute Decompensated Heart Failure (ADHF) as more than just simply a
Some exam findings ... patient causing hypovolemia ... essentially Cardiogenic Shock ... the determined cause ... #algorithm #management