Which of the following best describes the pathophysiology of hypovolemic shock?
A) Blood vessels relax and cause a drop in blood pressure.
B) The body retains fluid and causes high blood pressure.
C) The heart is unable to pump blood effectively through the body.
D) A lack of total blood volume causes poor perfusion.
Question 2
Which of the following is important to remember when communicating with an elderly patient with a hearing impairment?
A) Make sure the patient can see you when you are speaking to him.
B) Speak directly into the patient's ear.
C) You may need to shout in order for the patient to hear you.
D) It is not worth the effort to try to get information from an elderly person with a hearing impairment.
Phlebotomist using a needle to withdraw blood.
Blood Flow - Heart Chambers
A finger-stick is useful for obtaining small amounts of blood.
Insulin, glucagon and blood glucose levels
Blood Distribution
The Body's Response to Blood Loss