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jc611

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on: Jul 2, 2018
Which of the following conditions is the most probable cause of cardiogenic shock?
 
  a. Myocardial infarction
  b. Severe vomiting and diarrhea
  c. Gastrointestinal bleeding
  d. Systemic infection

Question 2

The underlying cause of distributive shock is:
 
  a. poor fluid intake.
  b. loss of blood volume.
  c. a damaged heart that has poor contractility.
  d. dilation of blood vessels.


kusterl

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d


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