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Paramedic NREMT®

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Shock & Hemodynamics

Cardiogenic Shock — Post-MI · L1

How this exercise works

Select all clinical findings that match the shock type presented — hypovolemic, cardiogenic, distributive, or obstructive. Multiple findings may apply.

Fundamental concept

Distinguishing hypovolemic, cardiogenic, distributive, and obstructive shock by clinical findings and capillary refill patterns.

Read: Shock States & Hemodynamic Profiles →

Scenario

Anterior STEMI patient: BP 82/48, cool extremities, bibasilar crackles, HR 102, SpO₂ 91%.

Select all findings consistent with cardiogenic shock.