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USMLE · Question #577

A 59-year-old man is brought to the emergency department because of a 4-day history of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. He also has been confused and agitated during this period. He has a history of mi

The correct answer is C. Hypovolemic. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.

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A 59-year-old man is brought to the emergency department because of a 4-day history of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. He also has been confused and agitated during this period. He has a history of mild hypertension. His current medication is a diuretic. His temperature is 37°C (98.6°F), pulse is 108/min, respirations are 26/min, and blood pressure is 70/47 mmHg. Physical examination shows delayed capillary refill of the lips and nail beds and cool extremities. His oxyhemoglobin saturation in a central vein is 60% (N = 70 - 75). These findings are most consistent with which of the following types of shock?

Options

  • ACardiogenic
  • BDistributive
  • CHypovolemic
  • DObstructive
  • ESeptic

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  • B
    2% (1)
  • C
    80% (39)
  • D
    6% (3)
  • E
    2% (1)

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