How to Treat Shock

Video Transcript

"You know, throughout the course of life, we're all going to receive some type of injury, either minor or major. Hi, I'm Captain Joe Bruni. What I want to talk about is how to treat a victim for shock during the first aid process. Signs of shock will manifest themselves in several ways; paler skin color, profuse sweating, and a delay in skin color of the nail beds, called capillary refill. Any of these signs may occur during an injury process. First, treat the injury by splinting, stopping any bleeding, and monitoring the person's airway breathing and circulation. The feet and the legs should be elevated eight to ten inches to treat for shock, as this will increase blood flow to the major organs of the body. This is basically the first aid treatment for the signs of shock. I'm Captain Joe Bruni. Stay safe, and we'll see ya' next time."