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Elevating the legs of a shock victim is still part of the current way of managing the condition. The only circumstances that you should not elevate legs would be an unsplinted broken leg, a head injury, or an abdominal injury.

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What group of trauma victims do you not elevate their legs to treat for shock?

The ones with no legs or chest wounds.


What should you do in case of shock?

Lay the patient down, elevate the legs, keep the patient warm.


How long should you elevate the casualty's lower extremities legs and feet when treating for shock?

8 to 12 inches


How high should you elevate the casuaulty lower extremeties legs and feet when treating for shock?

8 to 12 inches


How high should you elevate the casualtys lower extremeties legs and feet when treating for shock?

8-12 inches


How many inches of elevation for legs or feet when treating for shock?

Elevate above the level of the heart. Roughly 12 inches


Should you elevate your legs when you are dizzy?

Lie flat on your back and use something to elevate your legs.


Things not to do when shock?

When a person is in shock, there are certain things that should not be done to them. An individual should not give the person in shock anything to eat or drink, should not wait to call 911 (because the condition could get worse) and should neither move the person nor elevate his or her legs if a spinal injury, head injury, neck injury and/or broken bones in the hips or legs are suspected.


What does having an individual lie down and elevate his or her legs after breaking a bone intended to do?

Having an individual lie down and elevate his or her legs after breaking a bone is intended to


Do you keep the person comfortable if they are in shock?

For shock; yes keep them comfortable along with maintain normal body temperature, control any bleeding, if possible elevate legs 12 inches, reassure victim, splint any dislocations or breaks, and give O2 if you are trained & it is available.


If you have a chest wound should you elevate the legs?

no, that kills people.


Can you elevate your legs for too long?

Yes, elevating your legs for too long can lead to decreased blood flow and potential discomfort or numbness. It is important to change positions regularly to prevent any negative effects.

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