Why is the risk of hypovolemic shock high with acute mesenteric arterial insufficiency?
A) The resulting liver failure causes a deficit of plasma proteins and a loss of oncotic pressure.
B) Ischemia alters mucosal membrane permeability, and fluid loss occurs.
C) Massive bleeding occurs in the GI tract.
D) Overstimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system results in ischemic injury to the intestinal wall.

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Ischemia in acute mesenteric arterial insufficiency leads to damage of the intestinal mucosa, increasing its permeability and causing fluid to leak into the intestinal lumen, leading to fluid loss and risk of hypovolemic shock.

Why Is the Risk of Hypovolemic Shock High with Acute