Explain how the body tries to maintain enough blood pressure to keep the most vital organs functioning after a catastrophic loss of over 10% of total blood volume
What will be an ideal response?
The sympathetic nervous system triggers general vasoconstriction, increased heart rate and increased heart contractility. Blood is distributed to heart and brain.
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