Regardless of the cause, immediate aggressive intervention is required to stop the progression and possible death of a shock victim. What would you have the patient do?
What will be an ideal response?
have the patient lie down, keep him or her warm, maintain the airway, control all bleeding, monitor vital signs, and provide emotional support
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What is the best description of cytokines?
a. Glycoproteins bound to red blood cell membranes b. Proteins released by cells that affect the behavior of other cells c. Small proteins that attract and cause the migration of cells d. Substances that evoke an immune response
Nonconducted PACs do not conduct through to the ventricles
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Your patient is a seven-year-old boy with a fracture of the proximal tibia. Which of the following is the MOST likely and serious complication of this injury?
A) Juvenile onset arthritis
B) Formation of a bone callus
C) Disruption of the epiphyseal plate
D) Fat embolism
Shock can occur in the OR because of loss of heat and temperature during a surgical procedure
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.