An understanding of the pathophysiologic rationale behind shock is something every nurse needs to have. Which of the following statements best describes the pathophysiology for 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.
Ans: B
Feedback: Shock is a life-threatening condition with a variety of underlying causes. Shock is caused when the cells have a lack of adequate blood supply and are deprived of oxygen and nutrients. Option A is incorrect; blood is shunted from peripheral areas of the body to the vital organs. Options C and D can be true statements, depending on the type of shock, but they are not the best answers to describe the pathophysiologic rationale for shock.
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