How this exercise works
Select all clinical findings that match the shock type presented, hypovolemic, cardiogenic, distributive, or obstructive. Multiple findings may apply.
Fundamental concept
Distinguishing hypovolemic, cardiogenic, distributive, and obstructive shock by clinical findings and capillary refill patterns.
Read: Shock States & Hemodynamic Profiles →Scenario
Ventilated trauma patient deteriorates: BP 70/40, JVD, tracheal deviation, absent breath sounds left, EtCO₂ drop.
Select all findings consistent with obstructive shock from tension pneumothorax.
