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Section 9

Circulatory Shock

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Types of Shock

Circulatory shock is a life-threatening medical condition that occurs due to inadequate substrate for aerobic cellular respiration.

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Homeostatic Responses to Shock

An organism responds with numerous reactions during each of the four stages of shock in an attempt to maintain cellular homeostasis.

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Signs and Symptoms of Shock

The clinical manifestation of shock varies depending on the type of shock and the individual, but there are some general symptoms.

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