Ch.15 Shock Flash Cards

A condition in which the circulatory system fails to provide sufficient circulation so that every body part can perform its function; also called hypoperfusion.

Severe shock caused by an allergic reaction.

An extreme, possibly life-threatening systemic allergic reaction that may include shock and respiratory failure.

A swelling or enlargement of a part of an artery, resulting from weakening of the arterial wall.

The part of the nervous system that regulates functions, such as digestion and sweating, that are not controlled voluntarily.

A state in which not enough oxygen is delivered to the tissues of the body, caused by low output of blood from the heart. It can be a severe complication of a large acute myocardial infarction.

The early stage of shock, in which the body can still compensate for blood loss.

The late stage of shock, when blood pressure is falling.

The presence of abnormally large amounts of fluid between cells in body tissues, causing swelling of the affected area.

A balance of all systems of the body.

A condition in which low blood volume, due to massive internal or external bleeding or extensive loss of body water, results in inadequate perfusion.

The final stage of shock, resulting in death.

Circulatory failure caused by paralysis of the nerves that control the size of the blood vessels, leading to widespread dilation; seen in spinal cord injuries.

Shock caused by a sudden, temporary reduction in blood supply to the brain that causes fainting (syncope).

Shock caused by severe infection, usually a bacterial infection.

Circular muscles that encircle and, by contracting, constrict a duct, tube, or opening.

Fainting spell or transient loss of consciousness.