There is reduced blood flow to tissues and organs in cardiogenic shock. What is the main cause of this reduced blood flow? Question 4 options: a)  A decrease in systemic vascular resistance b)  A reduction in preload c)  A reduction in cardiac output d)  The loss of sympathetic tone

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