A female presents with significant blood loss due to post-partum haemorrhage (PPH). What would be the shock index (HR/systolic BP)?
Correct Answer: 0.9-1.1
Description: Shock index = heartrate/systolic BP
Normal = 0.5–0.7
If it becomes 0.9–1.1 it indicates massive blood loss and need for intensive resuscitation.
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