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A patient with a severe infection is very sick. Circulating toxins from bacteria in his blood have decreased his systemic vascular resistance (SVR) . Which of the following would the EMT correlate to this condition?


Definitions:

Discolored Skin

A change in skin color, which may be a sign of injury, illness, or other medical conditions.

Sodium

A chemical element, symbol Na, that is a highly reactive metal and an essential component of animal and human physiology, particularly in the regulation of fluids and blood pressure.

Potassium

A chemical element with symbol K, essential for various bodily functions including heart rate and muscle function.

Calcium

A mineral essential for healthy bones, teeth, muscle function, and nerve signaling.

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