What is Shock?

What is Shock?

Shock , is the insufficient blood supply to the vital organs of the human body . It is a very sudden decrease in the amount of blood in the body .

What are The Symptoms of Shock?

• Low blood pressure
• Fast and weak heart rate,
• Fast and high breathing,
• Cold skin,
• Pale and moist,
• Anxiety and restlessness,
• Dizziness
• Pale or purple lips,
• A feeling of thirst and a decrease in the level of consciousness are observed.

What are The Types of Shock?

• Cardiogenic Shock ;

It is a shock condition that develops due to cardiac reasons. 

• Hypovolemic Shock ;

It is a shock condition that develops due to fluid loss. 

• Toxic Shock ;

 It is a shock condition caused by poisonous substances that have entered the body. 

• Anaphylactic Shock ;

 It is a shock condition that develops due to allergy conditions. 

First Aid in Shock Situations

• First, be sure of the safety of both the victim and the victim.
• Put the casualty on his back . K check my findings with the parent or shock.
• The casualty is checked for visible bleeding, pale skin, coldness and rapid pulse.
• The injured person is given a shock position.
• Support is placed under the feet of the injured person and lifted up to 30 cm.
• The wounded is covered with a blanket, if there is a tourniquet and the bandage is visible.
• An ambulance is called immediately.
• Until medical help arrives, the casualty is kept in the shock position.
• Vital signs of the casualty are checked every 2 to 3 minutes.