#43: Basics of Shock

In short terms, shock is a syndrome of hypoperfusion and hypotension that leads to inadequate oxygen delivery to the tissues and impaired cellular metabolism that ultimately results in organ dysfunction/failure. In this episode we'll talk about:

*what is shock

*4 classifications of shock (hypovolemic, distributive, cardiogenic and obstructive)

*Assessments and things to watch for

*Stages of shock

*General treatment of shock

*Signs/symptoms and specific treatments for various types of shock

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