Vascular spasm as a result of trauma to vessels minimizes blood loss by

a. slowing blood flow through the vessels as a consequence of constriction.
b. pressing together the surfaces of the vessel, promoting adhesion and sealing off the damaged vessel.
c. slowing blood flow as a result of sympathetic stimulation.
d. Only two of these.
e. All of these.


E

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