T79.4Dagger codeAsterisk code

Traumatic shock

Certain early complications of trauma, not elsewhere classified

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GuidelinesHypovolaemic ShockNon-trauma related hypovolaemic shock Trauma related hypovolaemic shock Massive transfusion NON-TRAUMA RELATED HYPOVOLAEMIC SHOCK ICD-10 code: R57.1 DESCRIPTION This happens when there is loss of intravascular fluid, e.g. severe diarrhoea and dehydration, haemorrhage or fluid shifts. GENERAL MEASURES Control obvious bleeding with direct pressure. Insert one or two large bore IV catheters; p
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