Cardiogenic shock following AMI is caused by:
A. decreased pumping force of the heart muscle.
B. a profound increase in the patient's heart rate.
C. hypovolemia secondary to severe vomiting.
D. widespread dilation of the systemic vasculature.
Answer: A. decreased pumping force of the heart muscle.
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