HOW CAN THE NURSE RECOGNIZE HYPOVOLEMIC SHOCK?
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.
