This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Pathogenesis, Subject name: Surgery
Which of the following is not an immediate cause of death? 
Select and explain. 
A. Thromboembolism, B. Shock, C. Septicemia, D. Ventricular fibrillation
C: Septicemia
Answer: C: Septicemia 
Explanation: ANSWER: (C) SepticemiaREF: Harrisons 18:h edchapter 233, 270, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SepsisApproximately 20-35% of patients with severe sepsis and 40-60% of patients with septic shock die within 30 days. Others die within the ensuing 6 monthsVentricular fibrillation can lead to sudden cardiac deathAcute hemmorrhagic shock, neurogenic shock can lead to immediate deathThromboembolism leading to stroke or pulmonary dysfunction, or a large embolus causing MI can lead to sudden cardiac death.