Although many of the signs and symptoms of shock are the same no matter what the cause, the symptoms follow a logical progression as shock develops and worsens. Arrange the following signs and symptoms in the likely order that they will appear

1. Altered mental status
2. Dropping blood pressure
3. Nausea and vomiting
4. Pale, cool, and clammy skin
5. Increased pulse
6. Increased respirations

A) 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 2 B) 5, 3, 4, 2, 6, 1 C) 1, 4, 3, 6, 5, 2 D) 2, 5, 6, 3, 4, 1

C

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A) Vegetable B) Mineral C) Animal D) Microorganism

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