What type of shock is characterised by a critical decrease in circulating volume, resulting in reduced venous return and cardiac output?
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Correct answer: Hypovolemic shock
Hypovolemic shock results from a critical decrease in circulating volume, such as bleeding or fluid loss, causing reduced venous return and cardiac output.
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