Types Of Shock Quiz Questions And Answers

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Do you really know what shock is and what its types are? If yes, take up this "Types of Shock Quiz Questions and Answers" and check for the same. Shock is a critical (or sometimes life-threatening) condition that occurs due to insufficient oxygen supply. There are generally five types of shock- Cardiogenic, Hypovolemic, Anaphylactic, Septic, and Neurogenic shock. The below quiz consists of some basic questions related to these types. Play it out and give the correct answers. All the best, buddy!

Questions and Answers

1.

Which of the following causes of fluid volume loss is considered to be Absolute Hypovolemia?
- A.
  
  Ascites
- B.
  
  Burns
- C.
  
  GI Bleed
- D.
  
  Bowel obstruction
2.

What is the treatment of choice to correct Hypovolemic Shock?
- A.
  
  Have the patient drink a large bottle of Gatorade.
- B.
  
  Replace fluids intravenously as quickly as possible.
- C.
  
  Administer a vasopressor (ex: Dopamine or Norepinephrine)
- D.
  
  All of the above.
3.

The most common risk factor for cardiogenic shock is anyone who has had open heart surgery.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
4.

You must have 5 out of the 9 signs and symptoms listed to be in cardiogenic shock.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
5.

What causes decreased BP in neurogenic shock?
- A.
  
  Movement of fluid into the cells
- B.
  
  Movement of fluid into the vasculature
- C.
  
  Disrupted SNS communication
- D.
  
  Polyuria
6.

What class of drug is typically used to treat neurogenic shock?
- A.
  
  Beta-blocker
- B.
  
  Calcium-channel blocker
- C.
  
  Loop diuretic
- D.
  
  Vasopressor
7.

What type of sensitivity reaction is anaphalactic shock?
- A.
  
  Type I, Immediate Hypersensitivity Disorder
- B.
  
  Type II, Antibody-mediated Disorder
- C.
  
  Type III, Immune Complex-Mediated Disorder
- D.
  
  Type IV, Cell Mediated Hypersensitivity Disorder
8.

What is the preferred treatment for an anaphalactic shock?
- A.
  
  Epinephrine
- B.
  
  Placing the patient in a sitting position and administer oxygen
- C.
  
  Preventing the reaction from occurring through patient teaching
- D.
  
  Placing a bag of ice on the area, administer antihistamines and corticosteroids.
9.

What is the primary cause of septic shock?
- A.
  
  Bleeding
- B.
  
  Medication Allergy
- C.
  
  Infection
- D.
  
  Poison
10.

Which of the following could be a sign of septic shock upon assessment? Choose from the combinations listed below. A. Hyperthermia (fever) or hypothermia B. Confusion C. Tachycardia D. Poor Skin Turgor
- A.
  
  A,B,C
- B.
  
  B,C
- C.
  
  A,D
- D.
  
  A,C
- E.
  
  A,B,C,D