Clinical picture of the patient in Hypovolemic ShockUpdated 10 /24
The patient in Hypovolemic Shock may present the following clinical picture:
- Altered mental status ( restlessness and disorientation may be present)
- Dyspnea - due to lack of red blood cells which carry oxygen
- Cool, clammy skin due to blood loss
- Hypotension ( a drop in blood loss due to a decrease in blood volume)
- Decreased urinary output due to low fluid volume
Fluid replacement therapy for the patient in Hypovolemic Shock is
necessary, to reverse the signs and symptoms. This may include blood transfusion.
necessary, to reverse the signs and symptoms. This may include blood transfusion.
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