Question

Treatment for the early phase of hypovolemic shock includes maintenance of airway and _______.

1) Raising the patient's head and applying a pressure bandage
2) Administering and maintaining body temperature
3) Giving water to alleviate thirst and raising the patient's lower extremities
4) Administration and raising the patient's upper torso

Answer 1

The correct treatment for early hypovolemic shock includes maintaining the airway and administering and maintaining body temperature. Intravenous fluids and specific medications are used to stabilize the patient.

Step-by-step explanation:

Treatment for the early phase of hypovolemic shock includes maintenance of airway and administering and maintaining body temperature. Hypovolemic shock may be caused by hemorrhage, dehydration, severe vomiting, severe burns, or certain medical conditions that lead to fluid losses. The mainstay of treatment is providing intravenous fluids to restore normal function and using drugs like dopamine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine to raise blood pressure. It is critical to avoid giving oral fluids to patients in shock because of the risk of aspiration if the patient vomits or loses consciousness. Therefore, option 3) Giving water to alleviate thirst and raising the patient's lower extremities is not advisable.