The Risk of Hypovolemic Shock Is High with Acute Mesenteric

question 36

Multiple Choice

The risk of hypovolemic shock is high with acute mesenteric arterial insufficiency because:

• A) the resulting liver failure causes a deficit of plasma proteins and a loss of oncotic pressure.
• B) ischemia alters mucosal membrane permeability, and fluid loss occurs.
• C) massive bleeding occurs in the GI tract.
• D) overstimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system results in ischemic injury to the intestinal wall.

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