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Differentiate compensated and decompensated shock using trend-based cues and escalation timing. This lesson stays exam-focused: identify instability early, choose the safest first action, and reassess after each intervention.

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Differentiate compensated and decompensated shock using trend-based cues and escalation timing.

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