Is postural tachycardia or postural hypotension a better test for detecting circulatory shock?
Date First Published:
October 4, 2012
Last Updated:
October 4, 2012
Report by:
Tim Osborne, Locum SHO (Medacs)
Three-Part Question:
In [adult patients with possible circulatory shock], is [it better to elicit postural tachycardia or postural hypotension], to [detect haemodynamic compromise]?