Which assessment finding is most consistent with cardiogenic shock?

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B. Hypotension, cool clammy skin, and pulmonary crackles — Cardiogenic shock results from pump failure. Typical findings include hypotension, poor perfusion with cool clammy skin, and pulmonary congestion/crackles.

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A. Warm flushed skin and bounding pulses

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C. Bradycardia with hypertension and widened pulse pressure

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D. Fever and diffuse urticaria after antibiotics