Michael was brought into the emergency room suffering from a gunshot wound. He is bleeding profusely and exhibits the following: systolic blood pressure is 40 mmHg; weak pulse of 200 beats per minute; cool, pale, and clammy skin. Michael is not producing urine but is asking for water. He is confused and disoriented. What is his diagnosis and what, specifically, is causing these symptoms

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4 October, 06:46

Michael was brought into the emergency room suffering from a gunshot wound. He is bleeding profusely and exhibits the following: systolic blood pressure is 40 mmHg; weak pulse of 200 beats per minute; cool, pale, and clammy skin. Michael is not producing urine but is asking for water. He is confused and disoriented. What is his diagnosis and what, specifically, is causing these symptoms

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Cynthia Chung · Answer 1

Hypovolemic shock

Explanation:

By attempting to make up for the massive blood loss it causes lack of oxygen to vital organs. This would explain his pulse, lack of pigment, and his disorientation.