Understanding Obstructive Shock

What is a common symptom of both obstructive and cardiogenic shock?

• Pulmonary edema

• Increased blood pressure

• Decreased heart rate

• Weight loss

What is the primary issue in cardiac tamponade?

• Fluid accumulation around the heart

• Increased heart rate

• Blood clot in the lungs

• Narrowing of the aortic valve

How does constrictive pericarditis affect the heart?

• It enlarges the heart chambers

• It increases blood flow to the heart

• It makes the pericardium rigid, putting pressure on the heart

• It causes the heart to beat faster

What happens during a tension pneumothorax?

• Air leaks into the pleural cavity, increasing pressure

• Blood clots form in the heart

• The aortic valve narrows

• The heart muscle weakens

What is a potential cause of a pulmonary embolism?

• Infection in the lungs

• High blood pressure

• Calcium deposits in the heart

• A broken leg leading to a blood clot

What is aortic stenosis?

• A tear in the heart wall

• Narrowing of the aortic valve

• Fluid accumulation in the lungs

• A blood clot in the leg

Which test is useful for diagnosing cardiac tamponade?

• MRI scan

• Echocardiogram

• Blood pressure test

• CT scan

What is the primary treatment goal for obstructive shock?

• Increase fluid intake

• Reduce blood pressure

• Relieve the obstruction

• Increase heart rate

How can a tension pneumothorax be treated?

• Providing oxygen therapy

• Performing a needle thoracostomy

• Administering antibiotics

• Using a pacemaker

What is a valvuloplasty used for?

• Treating pulmonary embolism

• Repairing aortic stenosis

• Diagnosing cardiac tamponade

• Preventing tension pneumothorax