A postpartum patient experiences anaphylactic shock. What is the most likely cause?
a. Pulmonary embolism
b. Hypertension
c. Allergy
d. Blood clotting disorder
ANS: C
Anaphylactic shock is caused by allergic responses to drugs administered. Cardiogenic shock may be caused by pulmonary embolism or hypertension. Hypovolemic shock could be caused by blood clotting disorders.
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