TraumaQuestion 55 of 100
The primary goal of treating shock in a trauma patient in the field is to:
a.Maintain oxygenation and perfusion and prevent heat loss during rapid transport
b.Raise blood pressure with oral fluids
c.Give the patient food and water
d.Delay transport until vitals normalize
Explanation
Field management of shock focuses on oxygen, controlling bleeding, keeping the patient warm, and rapid transport to definitive care. EMTs cannot fully reverse shock, so time to the hospital is critical.
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