FIRST AID IN SHOCK- ENGLISH
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SHOCK-
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Shock is
a life-threatening condition that occurs when the body is not getting enough
blood flow. Lack of blood flow means the cells and organs do not get enough
oxygen and nutrients to function properly. Many organs can be damaged as a
result of shock.
CAUSES OF
SHOCK-
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Severe allergic reaction
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Significant blood loss
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Heart failure
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Blood infections
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Dehydration
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Poisoning
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Burns
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Emotional Stress
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Severe vomiting and diarrhea
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Electric shock
SIGN AND
SYMPTOMS OF SHOCK-
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Rapid, weak, or absent pulse
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Irregular heartbeat
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Rapid, shallow breathing
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Lightheadedness
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Cool, clammy skin
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Dilated pupils
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Blurred vision
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Chest pain
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Nausea
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Confusion
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Anxiety
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Decrease in urine
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Thirst and dry mouth
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Loss of consciousness
TYPES OF
SHOCK-
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Neurogenic Shock-
Neurogenic shock is defined as the injury to the
spinal cord with associated autonomic dysregulation. This dysregulation is due
to a loss of sympathetic tone and an unopposed parasympathetic response
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Haemorrhagic Shock-
Hemorrhagic shock is a condition of reduced tissue perfusion,
resulting in the inadequate delivery of oxygen and nutrients that are necessary
for cellular function. Whenever cellular oxygen demand outweighs supply, both
the cell and the organism are in a state of shock.
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Respiratory Shock-
this is the condition results when the respiratory process fails
(due to illness or an obstruction) and the body cells are deprived of oxygen.
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Cardiogenic Shock-
Cardiogenic shock is a condition in which heart suddenly can't pump enough blood to
meet body's needs. The condition is most
often caused by a severe heart attack.
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Metabolic Shock-
It is mostly caused by the metabolic acidosis. Metabolic acidosis
itself most often causes rapid breathing. Severe metabolic acidosis
can lead to shock or death
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Septic Shock-
Septic shock is a severe and potentially fatal condition that
occurs when sepsis leads to life-threatening low blood
pressure. Sepsis develops when the Bacteremia or another
infection triggers a serious bodywide response.
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Anaphylactic Shock-
some people with severe allergies, when they’re exposed to something
they’re allergic to, they may experience a potentially life-threatening
reaction called anaphylaxis. As a result, their immune system releases
chemicals that flood the body. This can lead to anaphylactic shock.
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FIRST AID
IN SHOCK-
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Elevate the person's feet about 12 inches
unless head, neck, or back is injured or we suspect broken hip or leg bones.
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Do not raise the person's head.
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Turn the person on side if he or she
is vomiting or bleeding from the mouth.
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Reassure the casualty.
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Loosen the clothing around neck chest and
waist.
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Keep the casualty warm cover him with
blanket or sheet.
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If the person is not
breathing or breathing seems dangerously weak, start CPR.
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Continue CPR until help
arrives or the person wakes up.
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Do not give anything to eat
or drink.
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TRANSPORT THE PATIENT TO
THE HOSPITAL IN AMBULENCE
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