Obstructive Shock Flashcards
1
Q
What medications should you avoid in obstructive shock?
A
Diuretics and venodilators
2
Q
What is the treatment of choice for obstructive shock?
A
Relief of the obstruction!!
3
Q
Pulmonary embolism treatment
A
- Fluid resuscitation to maintain CO
- Prompt anticoagulation
- Thrombolytic therapy or thrombectomy is rarely needed
4
Q
Cardiac tamponade treatment
A
Pericardiocentesis
5
Q
Tension pneumothorax treatment
A
Needle decompression followed by tube thoracostomy
