A patient was admitted to the intensive care unit with a diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction (MI) and is being treated for shock.The primary cause of shock is most likely:
A) rapid heart rate.
B) decreased cardiac contractility.
C) increased capillary permeability.
D) decreased afterload due to vasodilation.

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In the context of acute myocardial infarction, the primary cause of shock is typically cardiogenic shock, which is due to decreased cardiac contractility. This results in the heart's inability to pump sufficient blood to meet the body's needs.

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