Hs and Ts
1 min read

Hypovolemia

What is Hypovolemia?

A sudden and significant decrease in the volume of blood and fluids in the body.

What are the Potential Causes of Hypovolemia?

• Blood loss (external or internal) • Inadequate intake of fluids • Excessive vomiting of diarrhea

What are the Indicators of Hypovolemia?

• ECG: Rapid rate with narrow QRS complexes • Exam: Flattened neck veins, dry mucous membranes

What is the Treatment for Hypovolemia?

• Obtain IV/IO access • Administer supplementary fluids or blood products

ACLS-Certification-Online-10--Off-ProMedCert.com-4
Share post

Stay compliant with ProMed+

Certifications included: ACLS, BLS, PALS, CPR & Neonatal Resuscitation

Unlimited continuing education: over 200 hours of accredited CME

All-inclusive: One price. No surprises.

For Nurses
For Physicians

Get certified today

ACLS - ProMed
acls
Recertification
$129

The Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is an accredited online medical certification course that teaches medical professionals to respond to nearly all cardiopulmonary emergencies.

Learn more
BG Gradient ProMed

Latest articles

Browse all posts
How Should Nurses Educate Patients Effectively in Today’s Healthcare Landscape?

How Should Nurses Educate Patients Effectively in Today’s Healthcare Landscape?

A modern guide for nurses to empower patients with clear, personalized education using tools that actually drive behavior change.

4 min read
Who Needs Code Red Emergency Training in Hospitals—and What Exactly Will You Learn?

Who Needs Code Red Emergency Training in Hospitals—and What Exactly Will You Learn?

A comprehensive guide for healthcare and hospital staff on Code Red emergencies, from essential certifications to real-world response skills.

4 min read
What Many Professionals Get Wrong About Online Medical Certification

What Many Professionals Get Wrong About Online Medical Certification

4 min read