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If during your observation of an acutely and severely injured athlete, you note cool, clammy and pale skin; rapid and shallow breathing; and a weak and rapid pulse, you should recognize these as signs and symptoms of ________

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It might be shock or anemia

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Moist, pale, cold, and clammy skin
Weak rapid pulse, increasing shallow respiration, decreased blood pressure
are all major signs and symptoms of shock.

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