Shock due to a problem with the pumping action of the heart (e.g., myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, ischemia) is:

A) obstructive shock
B) vascular shock
C) hypovolemic shock
D) cardiogenic shock


Answer: D) cardiogenic shock

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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