Hypovolemia For Any Reason

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  • Hypovolemia for any reason

Etiology

  • Diarrhea
  • Severe N/V
  • Bleeding: GI, GYN, GU, traumatic
  • Poor oral intake
  • Large insensible losses
  • Leaking or fully ruptured arterial aneurysm (e.g. AAA, TAA)

Symptoms

  • Lightheaded, dizzy, weak, confused, unconscious
  • Provoked by standing, or present at baseline if volume loss severe

Physical Exam Findings

  • Elevated hr
  • Low bp
  • May be ill appearing
  • +orthostatic vital sign changes
  • Periphery may feel cool/mottled, with delayed capillary refill

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