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1
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What is hyperaemia?

A

Increased blood flow

2
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What is paraesthesia?

A

Distorted sensation

3
Q

What is anaesthesia?

A

Loss of sensitivity

4
Q

What is dysaesthesia?

A

The perception of an unpleasant (often burning) sensation

5
Q

What is allodynia?

A

The perception of innocuous stimuli as being painful

6
Q

What are the systemic effects of excessive haemorrhage?

A

Excess loss of blood can result in shock, with a drop in blood pressure and increase in heart rate

7
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Name four or five signs of hypovolaemic or septic shock

A
  1. Confusion
  2. Pale/cold
  3. Rapid but weak pulse
  4. Low blood pressure
  5. Increased respiratory rate
8
Q

What is the average heart rate in adults?

A

70 bpm

9
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What is the average breathing rate in adults?

A

Normally, 14-20 times per minute