What does the word shock mean?
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A pathological condition that can suddenly affect the hemodynamic equilibrium, usually manifested by failure to perfuse or oxygenate vital organs.
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see Concussion.
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A sudden and severe commotion of the whole system or of any part of it; especially, a condition of sudden vital depression following immediately upon the receipt of an injury, and due to the direct impression which the latter produces upon the nervous system. S. may vary from slight syncope to severe or even fatal collapse, in which the patient usually lies prostrated and immobile( Torpid s.), but may be unusually excited, restless, and irritable( Erethismic s.). If not fatal, it is followed by a period of reaction in which the previously depressed pulse, respiration, and temperature become intensified above the normal. Treatment: application of heat, stimulants( alcohol, ammonia, ether, and digitalis) in moderation, liquid nourishment in small repeated doses, rest.
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That which produces a systemic or local depression or commotion; especially, a sudden discharge of electricity producing this effect, as Static s., Faradaic s. ( produced by static or faradaic electricity).
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