Question

multiple choice question
which term refers to a state of cardiac output inadequate to meet the metabolic needs of the body?

anaphylactic shock

septic shock

circulatory shock

electrical shock

Explanation:

• Anaphylactic shock is a type of allergic reaction - mediated shock, not defined by cardiac output inadequacy.
• Septic shock is due to severe infection leading to circulatory dysfunction, but the term for inadequate cardiac output to meet metabolic needs is circulatory shock.
• Circulatory shock is characterized by insufficient cardiac output to meet the body's metabolic demands.
• Electrical shock is due to electric current passing through the body, unrelated to cardiac output - metabolic need mismatch.

Answer:

C. Circulatory shock