NVIC 08-14 Task 4.6.A

Take immediate action upon encountering an accident or other medical emergency.

BFA-X1.3 Knowledge of immediate measures to take in cases of emergency, including the ability to: .4 apply appropriate measures of basic shock management

When asked on a written examination to identify the signs and symptoms of shock development,

the candidate identifies (or selects the answer that identifies) the signs and symptoms of shock development.

The candidate identifies (or selects the answer that identifies) signs and symptoms of shock development, such as:

1. Rapid and shallow respiration;
2. Thirst, nausea and vomiting;
3. Weak and rapid pulse; and
4. Restlessness, excitement and anxiety.