After an episode of shock,a patient's laboratory results reveal elevated serum levels of ammonia and bilirubin and decreased plasma proteins and clotting factors.Which organ should the nurse recognize as being damaged from the shock?

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The liver may be injured both by ischemia and by toxins created by the shock state as blood is circulated through it for cleansing.Signs and symptoms of liver injury include decreased production of plasma proteins; abnormal clotting,because clotting factor production by the liver is impaired; and elevated serum levels of ammonia,bilirubin,and liver enzymes.A.C.D.Changes in ammonia,bilirubin,plasma proteins,and clotting factors are not associated with damage to the heart,kidneys,or intestines.

After an Episode of Shock,a Patient's Laboratory Results Reveal Elevated