Vinnie receives a call from Mr. Everson, who says his wife is confused. He says she is pale and is feeling faint and sweaty. Mr. Everson also says his wife has a weak, rapid pulse, and her skin is cool and moist. Vinnie should recognize these symptoms as ____.

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These symptoms indicate shock, characterized by pale, cool, moist skin, weakness, rapid pulse, and feelings of faintness or confusion. These are classic signs of the body's response to a decrease in blood flow to organs.

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