このオーディオブックについて
Septic Shock: Things You Should Know (Questions and Answers) explains the causes, symptoms, complications, and treatments of septic shock in a simple question-and-answer format.
Inside, you will learn what septic shock is, how it develops from infections, and why bacteria, fungi, and viruses can trigger this dangerous condition. The book explains how septic shock causes a severe drop in blood pressure and can affect any part of the body.
It also covers signs and symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, pale skin, cold skin, confusion, palpitations, shortness of breath, and hypotension. Complications are discussed, including heart failure, respiratory failure, kidney failure, gangrene, blood clots, and death.
Readers will also find information on diagnostic blood pressure values and treatment options such as intravenous fluids, antibiotics, oxygen therapy, dialysis, sedatives, inotropic medications, vasopressors like adrenaline and dopamine, and mechanical ventilation.
This book is suitable for anyone who wants to understand septic shock, how it develops, and how it is treated.
