Case study:Dale was back home after spending the day at a picnic, where he ate some "spoiled" potato salad. He developed severe abdominal pain and cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea. After about ten to twelve episodes of watery diarrhea, Dale became so pale and weak, he could hardly walk. His wife took him to the hospital, where he was diagnosed with severe dehydration (decreased plasma volume). Dale was suffering from shock.The body has several mechanisms that can come into play to try to maintain blood pressure and blood flow when a person goes into shock.Which of the following would occur as a person goes into shock?
A. Chemoreceptors are depressed.
B. Parasympathetic stimulation is increased.
C. Baroreceptors are stimulated.
D. Sympathetic stimulation is decreased.
E. Renin release is inhibited.
Answer: C
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