A 30-year-old woman underwent an exploratory laparotomy for a perforated duodenal ulcer. Postoperatively she developed septic shock syndrome. Which of the following is the most com... A 30-year-old woman underwent an exploratory laparotomy for a perforated duodenal ulcer. Postoperatively she developed septic shock syndrome. Which of the following is the most common physiological response? A. Hypokalemia B. Respiratory acidosis C. Cellular anaerobic respiration D. Increase glomerular filtration rate
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The question is asking about the physiological response that is most commonly observed in a patient who has developed septic shock syndrome after a surgical procedure. This requires knowledge of the body's responses to septic shock and understanding which of the listed options is typically the most prevalent response.
Answer
Cellular anaerobic respiration
The final answer is C. Cellular anaerobic respiration
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The final answer is C. Cellular anaerobic respiration
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In septic shock, tissues often experience inadequate oxygenation, leading to cellular anaerobic respiration. This results in increased lactate production, reflecting a shift away from aerobic metabolism due to insufficient oxygen delivery to cells.
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A common mistake is to confuse the physiological responses to different types of shock. In septic shock, oxygen delivery is impaired even if ventilation is adequate.
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