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  The clinical  scenario above shows a patient who has arrived in the ER following a traumatic event. The doctor arrives and recognizes the patient is in hypovolemic shock . When an assessment is done, suspect hypovolemic shock if there has been a large volume of blood loss following trauma.  Warning signs - decrease in oxygen saturation, blood pressure or    level of consciousness - rapid respirations or heart rate - cool, clammy skin Complications such as ARDS  or renal failure may occur as a result of hypovolemia. Learn more about this topic, by clicking on the link: AAA              Aortic rupture   may occur as a result of  trauma. Shortness of breath ,  chest or upper back pain are some of the symptoms. Cardiac Tamponade may be caused by penetrating  trauma   such as a knife wound. Pericardiocentesis is usually done to remove the  blood   in the pericardial sac. Learn mor...

The heart is always at work. Hemodynamics refers to blood flow. Any obstruction to the flow of blood in and around the heart, may lead to failure. The heart is about the size of a folded fist and works to pump blood to all the body's tissues. Poor circulation may occur for a number of reasons. The patient in heart failure, is at risk for stroke. Myocardial infarction  The heart is a pump, which pumps blood around the body.  If there is damage, like a myocardial infarction, the heart's  function will be impaired. A MI (myocardial infarction ) is also known as a heart attack. It results from obstruction to blood flow. Fatty deposits may cause this.  Death of the heart muscl e surrounding the obstructed blood vessel will result. Symptoms such as lack of oxygen, shortness of breath and chest pain will occur.   Learn more about : The EKG , Diabetic Retinopathy   This condition affects the blood vessels in the eye.  Poor vision and possible blindness may r...

 Dear nurses, Please take time for relaxation, no matter how busy your schedule! Relaxation is a beautiful thing. It decreases anxiety and helps to reduce  stress.   Learn more about:  Malta Learn more about:  London Learn more about : Art in Paris