Decompensated shock is the first-stage of a series of cumulative physiologic derangements typically involving one organ system that goes on to affect the entire body.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

An adult female is found unresponsive after being shot in the chest. Which statement made by your partner is of most concern and indicative of patient deterioration?

A) "I see an entry wound but cannot find the exit wound anywhere." B) "Her SpO2 has gone from 90% to 93%." C) "I do not think her jugular veins are distended." D) "She is getting more difficult to ventilate."