A 70-year-old female was recently discharged from the hospital following a total hip replacement. Today, she presents with restlessness, tachycardia, and a blood pressure of 100/64 mm Hg. Her skin is warm and moist. You should be MOST suspicious that she is experiencing:

A. septic shock.
B. pump failure.
C. a local infection.
D. decompensated shock.

Ans: A. septic shock.