Which of the following best describes the pathophysiology of hypovolemic shock?

A) Blood vessels relax and cause a drop in blood pressure.
B) The body retains fluid and causes high blood pressure.
C) The heart is unable to pump blood effectively through the body.
D) A lack of total blood volume causes poor perfusion.


D

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