380. What is Shock? part 2/2

Retired Colonel Doc Chung, a Critical Care Army Doctor, dives deep into the complexities of shock management. He discusses innovative pulse measurements and the emerging role of gastric pH in real-time resuscitation. The conversation also unveils the physiological shifts during shock, including lactate's impact on acid production. Doc Chung emphasizes the need for quick interventions in subclinical shock and highlights the intricacies of urine output as a clinical indicator, stressing critical thinking in patient assessment.