Concussion
A condition of the body in which the circulating blood is not able to adequately oxygenate the cells and receive the products of metabolism.
Evaluate safety
Check consciousness
Stop the bleeding
Call 112
Provide access to fresh air
Provide thermal comfort
Consider the anti-shock position
Symptoms of hypovolemic shock:
• accelerated, irregular breathing,
• accelerated heartbeat felt as palpitations,
• pale sweaty skin,
• feeling of coldness,
• trembling,
• a feeling of thirst,
- disturbance of consciousness (when the condition worsens).
Types of shocks:
• Hypovolemic (hemorrhagic)
• Anaphylactic
• Septic
• Cardiogenic
• Neurogenic
Remember:
Passive elevation of the lower extremities in the anti-shock position can be considered in a casualty who has no signs of trauma!
