What are you going to do if someone is in shock?

Answer 1

Treatment includes 1. keeping the airway open 2.If unconscious, place on side in recovery position and monitor airway 3. Keep the person calm, warm and comfortable 4. Elevate lower extremities 5. Seek medical attention immediately 6. Do not give food or drink

Answer 2

First, make sure it is shock, some symptoms are weakness, confusion, weak pulse, fast choppy breathing, vomiting, and thirst.

If you are sure it is shock, have the victim lie down and elevate the feet. Restore breathing by having the victim breathe into a brown bag. Keep the victim warm with lots of blankets. Get medical help also.

Answer 3

Don't be surprised by anything

Elevate the feet, keep the individual warm.

If you mean electric shock then just try to keep away from from electric plugs,

don't have water near them, when turning the lights off don't put your finger in the little space, don't be surprised if you get shocked if you wash your floor or whatever near a plug!

Answer 4

First make sure the person is in shock. Unless, a severe or minor injury is shown, mostly in cases such as (Significant bloodloss, Heart failure, Dehydration, Severe and painful blows to the body, Severe burns of the body, Severe wound infections, Severe allergic reactions to drugs, foods, insect stings, and snakebites) assume that shock is present or will occur quickly.

Signs and symptoms of shock are: Sweaty but cool skin (clammy skin), Paleness of skin, Restlessness, nervousness, thirst, loss of blood (if injuried), confusion or loss of awareness, faster than normal breathing rate, Blotchy or bluish skin (especially around the mouth and lips), and Nausea and/or vomiting.

If signs point to shock: do not move them if suspected fractures have not been splinted, unless they are in immediate danger. Example - You suspect the car will explode, then you will move them. Move the casuality to cover, if cover is avaible and the situation permits. Lay them on their left side, right arm rolled over left, and vice-versa with the right leg. Try to make them as comfortable as possible. If they suffered a heart attack, chest wound, or breathing difficulty can sit up if that makes breathing easier, but monitor them carefully if their condition worsens. Do what you can to prevent chilling, or overheating . The key is to maintain body temperature. In cold weather, use a blanket. In hot weather, place them in the shade and avoid excessive covering. Throughout the entire procedure reassure the victim, keep them calm by taking charge and being authoritative. Assure the victim your here to help.

Do not give them or allow them to drink until proper help has arrived (911).

Answer 5

If someone is in shock, it's important to keep them calm and monitor their vital signs. Ensure they are lying down with their feet elevated and cover them with a blanket to keep them warm. Seek medical help immediately.