Hypovolemic Shock Fundamentals Of Nursing Practice 2023 -2024

lOMoA RcP S D|358 081 25 lOMoA RcP S D|358 081 25 HYPOVOLEMIC SHOCK FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING PRACTICE 2023 -2024 Hypovolemic Shock Hypovolemic shock is a life-threatening condition that results when you lose more than 20 percent (one-fifth) of your bodys blood or fluid supply. This severe fluid loss makes it impossible for the heart to pump a sufficient amount of blood to your body. Hypovolemic shock can lead to organ failure. This condition requires immediate emergency medical attention. Hypovolemic shock is the most common type of shock, with very young children and older adults being the most susceptible. Causes of hypovolemic shock Hypovolemic shock results from significant and sudden blood or fluid losses within your body. Blood loss of this magnitude can occur because of: bleeding from serious cuts or wounds bleeding from blunt traumatic injuries due to accidents internal bleeding from abdominal organs or ruptured ectopic pregnancylOMoA RcP S D|358 081 25 bleeding from the digestive tract significant vaginal bleeding Endometriosis In addition to actual blood loss, the loss of body fluids can cause a decrease in blood volume. This can occur in cases of: excessive or prolonged diarrhea severe burns protracted and excessive vomiting excessive sweatinglOMoA RcP