In the period immediately following a myocardial infarction, the manifestations of pallor and diaphoresis, rapid pulse, and anxiety result from:
A) onset of circulatory shock.
B) the inflammatory response.
C) release of enzymes from necrotic tissue.
D) heart failure.

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These symptoms are indicative of circulatory shock, which occurs due to decreased cardiac output and inadequate blood supply to tissues following a myocardial infarction.

In the Period Immediately Following a Myocardial Infarction, the Manifestations