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SHOCK. What’s is it and how to treat it. SHOCK . Implies a state of collapse of the cardiovascular system and constitutes a medical emergency. Every significant injury has the potential to lead to a state of shock Takes immediate priority during first aid. CAUSES.
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SHOCK What’s is it and how to treat it
SHOCK • Implies a state of collapse of the cardiovascular system and constitutes a medical emergency. • Every significant injury has the potential to lead to a state of shock • Takes immediate priority during first aid
CAUSES • Hemorrhage (internal or external) • Pooling or stagnation of blood flow • If not treated can lead to irreversible changes.
TREATMENT • If shock does develop you should – • Reassure the athlete in a confident and controlled manner • Position the athlete in view of other injuries (reclining with feet higher them the head) • Control bleeding if present using correct procedures. • Relieve or minimize any pain • Control heat loss (not active warm as it causes blood vessels to dilate a takes blood away from vital organs)
SHOCK TREATMENT SUMMARY • Warmth • Airway • Rest • Reassurance • Mechanical Aid