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Physiologic response to traumatic shock.

D G Klein

    AACN Clinical Issues in Critical Care Nursing
    |November 1, 1990
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    Traumatic injury triggers acute and flow phases, causing significant physiological changes like altered hormone levels and increased metabolism. Prompt intervention is crucial to prevent irreversible states following severe injuries.

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    Area of Science:

    • Physiology
    • Biochemistry
    • Trauma Medicine

    Background:

    • Traumatic injuries induce profound physiological alterations.
    • The body's response is biphasic: acute and flow phases.
    • These phases involve complex hormonal and metabolic shifts.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the physiological response to traumatic injury.
    • To describe the characteristics of the acute and flow phases.
    • To highlight the importance of cellular oxygen utilization and timely intervention.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of physiological and metabolic changes post-trauma.
    • Analysis of hormonal influences on cellular processes.
    • Examination of factors affecting tissue susceptibility and cellular function.

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    Main Results:

    • The acute phase involves shock and hormonal changes leading to lipolysis, amino acid release, gluconeogenesis, and glycolysis.
    • The flow phase is catabolic, marked by increased protein metabolism, hypermetabolism, and nitrogen loss.
    • The severity of injury directly correlates with the magnitude of these physiological alterations.

    Conclusions:

    • Cellular function depends on oxygen availability and utilization.
    • The body's ability to compensate metabolically is critical.
    • Prompt and appropriate interventions are essential to prevent irreversible damage after traumatic injury.