Final answer:
In the early stages of shock, you would expect to see signs such as cool and clammy skin due to restricted peripheral blood flow. Hypertension and bradycardia are not commonly associated with shock and increased urine output is also not typical, as the body conserves fluid to maintain blood pressure.
Step-by-step explanation:
The early stages of shock are characterized by signs such as a rapid heart rate (tachycardia), low blood pressure (hypotension), reduced urine output, and changes in the patient's mental status, such as confusion. In this case, the correct sign you would expect to see in the early stages of shock is C) Cool and clammy skin. This is due to restricted peripheral blood flow as the body attempts to prioritize blood flow to vital organs. Other early signs not listed in the options include thirst, rapid, shallow breathing, and a weak "thready" pulse.
Hypertension (A) and bradycardia (B) are generally not associated with the early stages of circulatory shock. In fact, hypertension is the opposite of what you'd expect, while bradycardia, or a slowed heart rate, is not typical during the initial response to shock. Additionally, decreased urine output (opposite of D) is more consistent with the body's response as it conserves fluid to maintain blood pressure and organ perfusion.