Cardiogenic shock is precipitated by

Correct option is C

Ans. (c) Myocardial infarction
Sol. Cardiogenic shock is a condition where the heart suddenly can't pump enough blood to meet the body's needs. It is most commonly caused by myocardial infarction (heart attack), which leads to severe damage of the heart muscle, impairing its ability to pump effectively.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) Bacteremia – This is the presence of bacteria in the bloodstream and typically leads to septic shock, not cardiogenic shock.
· (b) Spinal cord injury – Can result in neurogenic shock, due to loss of sympathetic tone and blood vessel dilation.
· (c) Myocardial infarction – Correct answer. It damages the heart's pumping ability, leading to cardiogenic shock.
· (d) Severe allergy – Causes anaphylactic shock, which involves widespread vasodilation and increased capillary permeability.