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Title

Shock: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention (1 credit hours)

Abstract

This module describes how to recognize the signs and symptoms of shock and the treatment and prevention measures to reverse or slow the progression of this common, life-threatening condition. Applying basic patient care skills for handling cases of shock in the hospital or in other health care settings is detailed. An in-depth description of the cardiovascular system and the role of perfusion are provided as a foundation for understanding the underlying causes of shock. Discussion of the eight types of shock and their respective treatments is given. Course Approval Expiration: February 1, 2010 Category A Credit

This activity may be available in multiple formats or from different sponsors. The ARRT does not allow CE activities such as internet courses, home study programs or directed readings to be repeated for CE credit in the same or any subsequent biennium.

Author

John Femia, BS, RT(R)CT)

John Femia is a radiologic technologist with more than 16 years’ experience working in multiple modalities in various health care settings. Currently he is a staff technologist and CPR instructor at the Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany, New York. Mr. Femia also has seven years’ experience as an EMT-D with two New York State ambulance squads. His educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in English from the State University of New York, Empire State College, and he has more than two dozen publication credits, including several health care articles appearing in Advance, RT Image and Empire State Report.

Objectives

Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:

Define shock and describe the main causes.
Identify the main components of the cardiovascular system and the mechanism of perfusion.
Describe the susceptibility of the body’s vital organs during shock.
Recognize the signs and symptoms of shock.
Understand the three stages of shock.
State the eight types of shock and their causes.
Detail the treatment and prevention for specific types of shock.

Resources

Bibliography
American Heart Association. BLS for Healthcare Providers. American Heart Association; 2006.

Anderson K N, ed. Mosby’s Medical, Nursing and Allied Health Dictionary. 6th ed. St. Louis: Mosby; 2001.

Gray H, et al. Gray’s Anatomy: The Unabridged Running Press Edition of the American Classic. Philadelphia, Pa: Running Press, 1974.

Gulli B, Chatelain L, Stratford C, eds. Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured, 9th ed. Boston: Jones & Bartlett Pub; 2006.

Guyton AC. Human Physiology and Mechanisms of Disease, 6th ed. Darien, Ill: W B Saunders; 1996.

Webliography
National Institute of Health. MedlinePlus Encylopedia: Hypotension. Available at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/007278.htm. Accessed October 5, 2007.

National Institute of Health. MedlinePlus Encylopedia: Blood Pressure. Available at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003398.htm. Accessed October 5, 2007.

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