The appearance of pale or ashen skin on the patient suffering from hypoperfusion (shock) is caused by:
A) reduced cardiac output.
B) peripheral vasoconstriction
C) peripheral vasodilation.
D) external or internal blood loss.
Answer: B
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
During the first 28 weeks of normal prenatal care, the pregnant patient is seen once a month.?
Indicate whether the statement is true or false