Episode notes
1️⃣ Types of Pediatric Shock (Know These Cold)
- Hypovolemic 🩸: dehydration, hemorrhage
- Distributive 🌡️: sepsis (most common), anaphylaxis, neurogenic
- Cardiogenic ❤️: congenital heart disease, myocarditis
- Obstructive 🚫: tension pneumo, tamponade, PE
2️⃣ Universal Signs of Shock (High Yield)
- Tachycardia (earliest sign)
- Delayed cap refill > 2 sec
- Cool, mottled, pale skin
- Weak or thready pulses
- Altered mental status
- Oliguria / ↓ urine output
- Hypotension = late and pre-arrest
3️⃣ General Management Principles (ALL Shock Types)
A. Immediate Actions 🆘
- Call ...
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