Which of these remarks made by the patient best reinforces your suspicion that he is in the early stages of hypovolemic shock?

A) "I have had diarrhea for the past four days."
B) "I fell last night and think I hurt my belly; see the bruise?"
C) "I must have fallen and hit my head. I am very confused and restless."
D) "I have been coughing up green mucus and feel weak."

A) "I have had diarrhea for the past four days."

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a. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) b. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) c. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) d. The Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

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The _______________ maintains homeostasis by regulating many vital activities, such as heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing rate. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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