CH12 FA - Hemorrhages

What is a hemorrhage?

• A type of infection

• Slow blood loss over a long period of time

• Excessive blood loss over a short period of time

• A skin rash

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of internal hemorrhage as listed in the learning material?

• Fever

• Pain

• Vomiting

• Coughing up blood

What symptom of internal hemorrhage involves the respiratory system?

• Shock

• Loss of consciousness

• Coughing up blood

• Pain

According to the learning material, which symptom of internal hemorrhage could indicate a severe and immediate medical condition?

• Pain

• Vomiting

• Loss of consciousness

• All of the above

What are the signs and symptoms of external hemorrhage?

• Bruising and numbness

• Redness and swelling

• Spurting blood or steady flow

• Pain and discoloration

What is a common symptom of external hemorrhage as indicated by facial appearance?

• Redness of the face

• Swelling of the face

• A pale or cyanotic (blue discoloration) face

• Flushed cheeks

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of external hemorrhage?

• High blood pressure

• Low blood pressure

• Rapid, shallow respirations

• Increased, but weak heart rate

What symptom of external hemorrhage involves the body's temperature sensation?

• Feeling warm and comfortable

• Sweating excessively

• Feeling cold, shaking, or trembling

• Sudden onset of fever

What is shock as described in the medical context?

• A psychological condition causing sudden fear

• A condition where the body lacks sufficient oxygen to organs and tissue

• A sudden electrical discharge in the body

• A rapid cooling of the body's surface

Which stage of shock is characterized by only skin signs and tachycardia?

• Stage I

• Stage II

• Stage III

• Stage IV