Hemodynamic compromise means inadequate tissue perfusion due to pump failure, volume loss, or vascular dysfunction. Early recognition is lifesaving.
| Test | What It Assesses |
|---|---|
| Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) | pH, lactate, PaO₂, PaCO₂ – metabolic acidosis, hypoxemia. |
| Serum Lactate | >2 mmol/L suggests tissue hypoperfusion; >4 mmol/L = severe. |
| Echocardiography (POCUS) | LV/RV function, volume responsiveness (IVC), pericardial effusion. |
| Central Venous Pressure (CVP) / ScvO₂ | Preload, oxygen extraction (central line required). |
| Pulmonary Artery Catheter (Swan‑Ganz) | CO, PCWP, SVR, SvO₂ – gold standard but invasive. |
| Cardiac Output Monitoring (e.g., PiCCO, FloTrac) | Less invasive continuous CO, SVV, PPV. |
Treat the cause (fluid resuscitation, vasopressors, inotropes, source control for sepsis, revascularization for MI, decompression for tamponade). Continuous reassessment is critical.

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