Clinical Signs of Shock in Pediatric

Clinical Signs of Shock

Most physical signs are consistent regardless of the origin of shock; there are some exceptions. Table below presents the principal clinical findings in the shocked child.

Physical examination may give clues as to the etiology of shock, which may aid management, e.g.

• meningococcemia              purpuric and petechial rash

• cardiac failure                   gallop rhythm/hepatomegaly

• dehydration                      dry mucous membranes, oliguria, reduced skin turgor

• anaphylaxis                       angioedema, pallor, urticaria, wheeze, stridor

Clinical Signs of Shock in Pediatric