The nurse would recognize cardiogenic shock from other types of shock by the data collection findings for which of the following?

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Pulmonary edema is a hallmark finding in cardiogenic shock. It is caused by increased pressure in the pulmonary veins and capillaries as a result of decreased cardiac output. Bronchospasm, oliguria, and tachypnea are not specific to cardiogenic shock and can be present in other types of shock as well.

The Nurse Would Recognize Cardiogenic Shock from Other Types of Shock