What distinguishes cardiogenic shock from other types of shock in terms of pulse pressure?
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Correct answer: Narrow pulse pressure from reduced stroke volume
Cardiogenic shock lowers stroke volume and cardiac output, which narrows the pulse pressure. A widened pulse pressure is not expected, and pulse pressure does not rise as stroke volume falls.
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