Which disease of the following can cause distributive shock?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Distributive shock, such as in early septic shock, is caused by widespread vasodilation and decreased systemic vascular resistance.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: In Munchausen by proxy, symptoms tend to worsen when the caregiver is present rather than disappearing. The parent may appear overly attentive but actually induces or fabricates illness in the child.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Intense itching is a hallmark feature of atopic dermatitis often leading to scratching and worsening of symptoms.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Frequent lying at this age does not necessarily indicate a potential for future lying behavior; it is often exploratory and developmentally normal.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Distributive shock, such as in early septic shock, is caused by widespread vasodilation and decreased systemic vascular resistance.