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pepyto

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The nurse is assessing an acutely ill patient. When prioritizing the patient's care, the nurse should recognize that the patient is at risk for hypovolemic shock when:
 
  A) Fluid circulating in the blood vessels decreases.
  B) Cardiac output is increased.
  C) Blood pressure increases.
  D) Pulse is fast and bounding.

Question 2

An understanding of the pathophysiologic rationale behind shock is necessary for sound nursing practice. Which of the following statements best describes the pathophysiology of shock?
 
  A) Blood is shunted from vital organs to peripheral areas of the body.
  B) Cells lack an adequate blood supply and are deprived of oxygen and nutrients.
  C) Circulating blood volume is decreased.
  D) Hemorrhage occurs as a result of trauma.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B


pepyto

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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