...an inadequate or diminished perfusion, oxygen and nutrient delivery to meet organ system & tissue demands

 

…an inadequate removal of cellular waste products due to diminished perfusion

 

…a serious, life-threatening medical emergency requiring prompt recognition and appropriate intervention(s)

 

…not hypotension Arterial BP is an important indicator of shock but it may be misleading Central Nervous System reflexes may maintain BP despite the patient being in severe shock