Which of the following is the first treatment step in responding to massive blood loss?
a. Establish an intravenous access
b. Infuse colloid solutions
c. Improve oxygen delivery
d. Restore circulating systemic volume
Answer: a
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A. Hemorrhagic shock B. Neurogenic shock C. Cardiogenic shock D. Psychogenic shock
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A) Renal failure B) Lung disease C) Liver injury D) Endocrine stem dysfunction
A patient who has a decrease in lung compliance due to acute respiratory distress syndrome dur-ing volume-limited ventilation will cause which of the following?
a. Increased volume delivery b. Increased peak pressure c. Decreased flow delivery d. Decreased peak pressure
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