Which of the following is responsible for most of the signs and symptoms of early shock?
A) The body's attempts at compensation for blood loss
B) Increased respirations of the patient
C) Constriction of the peripheral blood vessels
D) Dilation of the peripheral blood vessels
Question 2
A 5-year-old girl has a high fever and cough. The girl's mother informs you that her daughter has leukemia and finished her most recent round of chemotherapy two days ago. She states that the girl is neutropenic. You recognize that:
A) neutropenia is a common side effect of chemotherapy, but is not a serious concern.
B) neutropenic fevers are always due to pneumonia.
C) neutropenia is a serious condition that often leads to sepsis.
D) neutropenic cough is a side effect of chemotherapy and should be treated with albuterol.
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