When discussing hemorrhagic shock with a nursing class, which statement by a student indicates to the nurse educator that additional teaching is required?
1. Blood loss into the abdominal cavity can lead to hypovolemic shock.
2. Septic shock is more common than hemorrhagic shock due to nosocomial infections.
3. When fluids shift into the interstitial spaces, the loss of vascular fluids can lead to hypovolemic shock.
4. Hemorrhagic shock symptoms include tachycardia, dyspnea, and hypotension.
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Rationale 1: This is a true statement and does not need additional teaching.
Rationale 2: Septic shock is not more common than hemorrhagic shock. Hemorrhage is the most common cause for shock.
Rationale 3: This is a true statement and does not need additional teaching.
Rationale 4: This is a true statement and does not need additional teaching.
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