Symptoms of cardiovascular collapse (shock) can occur during an infection due to

a. massive #s of bacteria multiplying in the blood
b. septic shock from release of endotoxins
c. chemicals being released from tissue damage and inflammation
d. production of interleukin-1


Answer: a. massive #s of bacteria multiplying in the blood

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