Which of the following statements about the patient in neurogenic shock is NOT true?

A) The patient's heart rate may be normal.
B) Neurogenic shock may be temporary, even if spinal cord injury is permanent.
C) Signs of hypovolemic shock may be masked.
D) Unopposed sympathetic nervous system stimulation results in generalized pallor and diaphoresis.


D

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A) Toddlers who are toilet training may resist rectal medications. B) Never force oral medication to a crying child. C) Older children are generally more receptive to rectal medications. D) When giving an injection to a child, two people are usually needed.

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