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Why: John Locke had a compound fracture in his leg and his shin bone was sticking out.
Answer: Blood pressure drops so body parts could not get enough blood flow. Shock requires immediate medical attention lest organs become damaged. Symptoms include:
* Anxiety or agitationSource: MedlinePlus
* Confusion
* Pale, cool, clammy skin
* Low or no urine output
* Bluish lips and fingernails
* Dizziness, light-headedness, or faintness
* Profuse sweating, moist skin
* Rapid but weak pulse
* Shallow breathing
* Chest pain
* Unconsciousness
The More You Know: I went into shock in 11th grade when my hand got slammed in Rachel's trunk and I saw my finger bone.
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