You are caring for a client in the compensation stage of shock. You know that in this stage of shock epinephrine and norepinephrine are released into the circulation. What positive effect does this have on your client?
A) Increases myocardial contractility
B) Decreases blood return to the heart
C) Decreases carbon dioxide exchange
D) Contracts bronchioles

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Epinephrine and norepinephrine increase myocardial contractility, which can help improve cardiac output and tissue perfusion during the compensation stage of shock. The release of these hormones also causes vasoconstriction, which can help maintain blood pressure. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not describe a positive effect on the client during the compensation stage of shock.

You Are Caring for a Client in the Compensation Stage