Why is a measure of serum lactate obtained in the initial assessment of the trauma patient?



Answer: c

a)	to measure oxygenation and ventilation

b)	to quantify the base deficit for the adequacy of cellular perfusion

c)	to gauge end-organ perfusion and tissue hypoxia *

d)	to determine the underlying cause of shock

A trauma patient is restless and repeatedly asking "where am I?" vital signs upon arrival were BP 100/60 mm Hg, HR 96 beats/min, and RR 24 breaths/min. Her skin is cool and dry...
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