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If a Wound Overwhelms the Clotting Mechanism and Leads to Serious

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If a wound overwhelms the clotting mechanism and leads to serious hemorrhage and drop in blood pressure,what compensations does the body have to maintain cardiac output?


Definitions:

Absorbed Poison

A toxic substance that has been taken into the body through absorption, often through the skin or gastrointestinal tract, leading to potential harm or illness.

Contaminated Clothing

Clothing that has been exposed to harmful substances, which may include bacteria, viruses, chemicals, or radioactive materials, posing a risk to health.

Ingested Poison

A harmful substance that has been swallowed, posing risk of harm or injury to health.

Severe Head Injury

A major trauma to the head that can result in significant damage to the brain, often requiring immediate medical intervention.

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