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What will you do next? In tomorrow’s tip, we will reveal the answer. Check it out to see if you were right.
Causes of shock
(3) An abnormal widening of a persons blood vessels.
The development of a severe infection may lead to this form of shock. It is a life-threatening condition resulting from the body’s response to microorganisms that have entered the blood or tissues. Septic shock occurs when a person has a significant drop in their blood pressure, leading to the body’s organs failing to function normally. It includes respiratory/heart failure, stroke and ultimately possible death.
Other causes of the abnormal widening of blood vessels include a severe allergic reaction or anaphylaxis, brain and spinal injuries and fainting. It is usually a transient situation, and the person usually recovers quickly from the incident.
Tomorrow we will consider the fourth cause of shock.
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Check out the current guidelines below for changes in delivering CPR during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Click the link to go to the New Zealand Resuscitation Council Covid-19 recommended modifications for delivering resuscitation whilst the pandemic remains a threat.
Click play to see a short video outlining CPR modifications that should be followed during the pandemic.