An organ or tissue may be better able to resist damage from hypoperfusion if the:
A. body's demand for oxygen is markedly increased.
B. systolic arterial blood pressure is at least 60 mm Hg.
C. heart rate is maintained at more than 100 beats/min.
D. body's temperature is considerably less than 98.6°F (37.0°C).
Answer: D. body's temperature is considerably less than 98.6°F (37.0°C).
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