A Patient Has Developed Septic Shock

A patient has developed septic shock.The nurse knows that the patient is at risk for gastrointestinal dysfunction.What happens to the gastrointestinal tract in the patient with septic shock?

A) Anorexia leads to loss of gastric enzymes
B) Lack of food ingestion leads to intestinal hypomotility
C) Hypoperfusion results in loss of gut barrier function
D) Low cardiac output causes decreased hydrochloric acid secretion

Correct Answer:

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Access For Free