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What is the primary cause of hypovolaemic shock?
What is the primary cause of hypovolaemic shock?
- Major allergic reaction
- Heart failure
- Excessive loss of body fluid or blood (correct)
- Widespread infection
What is the purpose of wrapping infectious medical waste in airtight containers or plastic bags?
What is the purpose of wrapping infectious medical waste in airtight containers or plastic bags?
- To protect the waste from contamination
- To reduce the weight of the waste
- To facilitate sorting and disposal
- To prevent leakage during transport (correct)
What is the primary consequence of cardiogenic shock?
What is the primary consequence of cardiogenic shock?
- Inadequate blood perfusion of tissues (correct)
- Increased heart rate
- Dysfunction of the heart
- Reduced blood pressure
What is the primary symptom of anaphylactic shock?
What is the primary symptom of anaphylactic shock?
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What is the primary cause of neurogenic shock?
What is the primary cause of neurogenic shock?
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What is the recommended method of disposal for infectious medical waste when yellow bags are unavailable?
What is the recommended method of disposal for infectious medical waste when yellow bags are unavailable?
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What is the primary consequence of septic shock?
What is the primary consequence of septic shock?
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What is the primary mechanism of action for hypovolaemic shock?
What is the primary mechanism of action for hypovolaemic shock?
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What is the recommended method of handling infectious medical waste?
What is the recommended method of handling infectious medical waste?
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