Which is the most common type of shock in surgical practice: (A) Cardiogenic, (B) Hypovolemic, (C) Neurogenic, (D) Septic shock
Answer is B. Hypovolemic shock is probably the most common form of shock, and to some degree is a component of all other forms of shock. Hypovolemic shock is due to reduced circulating volume. Reference : Bailey & Love, 27th Edition, page no = 13.