Approach to Shock

Shock is a life-threatening pathophysiologic state referring to inadequate organ perfusion, which can progress end-organ dysfunction and eventually, multiple failure death. The diagnosis of shock clinical, necessitating good understanding the underlying etiology, pathophysiology, as well biochemical, hemodynamic manifestations various presentations shock. This article describes an approach shock, highlighting important initial actions, pertinent clinical findings, four main types offers overview inotropes vasopressors used in intensive care setting. A case study additional figures are included supplement presented concepts.