What is situational syncope

summary

Old people's body resistance and function are constantly declining, many times on the road will appear situational syncope, and share the knowledge of situational syncope.

What is situational syncope

First of all, syncope occurs in a certain situation, including cough syncope, urination syncope, defecation syncope, swallowing syncope, etc. This is very common in life, especially the elderly in the sun, will appear this syncope.

Then, when syncope is found, immediately place the patient in supine position on the ground, lower his head slightly, loosen the tight collar and belt, etc.

Finally, the patient's consciousness, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, body temperature and other vital signs were observed to check whether the patient fell. As most syncope is related to the temporary relative insufficiency of blood volume, patients can drink appropriate amount of water, and patients with suspected hypoglycemia (such as diabetes) can be given sugary drinks and food.

matters needing attention

In case of situational syncope, we must not ignore it. We must let the patient recover as soon as possible. We must not rush to let the patient stand up. We must make sure that the patient's consciousness is fully recovered and has the ability to get up. We must first help the patient sit up slowly and give the patient a process of adaptation to avoid falling again.