Recognition of Shock

In the early stages of shock it can be recognised from a rise in heart rate, and some light-headedness, but at this point, symptoms can usually be resolved by drinking fluids.

In a more serious case of shock, symptoms include:

• Ashen coloured skin (grey/blue)
• Clammy and cold skin to touch
• Feeling of sickness and thirst
• Breathing will be rapid and shallow
• Rapid, weak pulse
• Chest Pain
• Dizziness/Fainting