R57.9Dagger codeAsterisk code

Shock, unspecified

Shock, not elsewhere classified

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GuidelinesShockDescription Emergency Treatment Referral ICD-10 code: R57.0-2/R57.8-9/T79.4/T78.2/Y57.9 DESCRIPTION Shock is a life-threatening condition characterised by any evidence of inadequate organ perfusion. Signs and symptoms of shock in adults Low blood pressure (systolic BP < 80 mmHg) is the key sign of shock Weak and rapid pulse Rapid shallow breathing Low urine output Restlessness and altered ment
GuidelinesShockDescription Diagnostic criteria General and supportive measures Medical treatment ICD-10 Code: R57.9 DESCRIPTION An acute syndrome that reflects the inability of the pulmonary and circulatory system to provide adequate perfusion, oxygen and nutrients to meet physiological and metabolic demands. Compensation is achieved by increased pulse rate, and peripheral vascular constrictio
GuidelinesTetanusDescription General Measures Medicine Treatment Referral ICD-10 code: A35 *Notifiable medical condition. DESCRIPTION Painful muscle spasms and rigidity following inoculation by trauma of Clostridium tetani spores, which germinate and produce toxins. The wound may be trivial and healing may have occurred before presentation. Incubation period is 3-21 days. Tetanus may be localised, with mus