Hypovolemic shock occurs when:

A. the clotting ability of the blood is enhanced.
B. at least 10% of the patient's blood volume is lost.
C. the patient's systolic blood pressure is less than 100 mm Hg.
D. the body cannot compensate for rapid blood loss.


Answer: D. the body cannot compensate for rapid blood loss.

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