Signs and Symptoms of Anaphylactic Shock Sense of agitation, confusion, decreased LOC Swelling of soft tissues like hands tongue and pharynx Wheezing, rales, rhonchi Tingling, burning, itching skin Abdominal pain…
Presentation, Signs and Symptoms Upper Airway: hoarse, stridor, edema, runny nose Lower Airway: bronchospasm, mucus, wheezing, decreased breath sounds Cardiovascular system: tachycardia, hypotension, dysrythmia, chest tightness GI: nausea, vomiting, cramps,…
Allergic Reactions Allergic Reaction: result from exposure to any substance to which an individual is sensitive Anaphylaxis: Specific type of allergic reaction caused by the interaction of anallergen (called an…
Diabetic Ketoacidosis - DKA: diabetic person has inadequate insulin circulating to control blood sugar levels. Also there’s excess epinephrine and glucagons present. Blood sugar level rises, fatty tissue breaks down…
Hypoglycemia: occurs as a result of an imbalance in the amounts of insulin and glucose. Most commonly caused by a patient taking insulin and then not eating enough food. Causes…