What signs could indicate the immediate postoperative complication of shock? Select all that apply.

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Shock is characterized by inadequate blood flow to the body's tissues, which can manifest as hypotension (A), tachycardia (C) as the heart tries to compensate for the low blood pressure, cold, clammy skin (D) due to vasoconstriction and reduced blood flow to the skin, and a thready pulse (E) indicating a weak and rapid heartbeat. A widened pulse pressure (B) is not typically indicative of shock; instead, shock often leads to a narrowed pulse pressure.

What Signs Could Indicate the Immediate Postoperative Complication of Shock