Hypovolemic Shock: Interventions

• What is the goal of interventions for hypovolemic shock?

  Stop fluid loss and restore circulating volume
• What does stabilizing ABCs involve in hypovolemic shock?

  Administering oxygen, intubation, CPAP
• What does fluid resuscitation mean in the context of hypovolemic shock?

  Replace the fluid lost
• What type of fluid is typically used for resuscitation in hypovolemic shock?

  Isotonic fluid
• What should be treated to address fluid imbalance in hypovolemic shock?

  Treat the underlying cause, like bleeding
• How can we determine if a patient is improving from hypovolemic shock?

  Check BP, HR, and skin turgor
• What are expected findings to look for in a patient improving from hypovolemic shock?

  Move towards expected findings for improvements