Which of the Following Does NOT Result from the Release

Question

Which of the following does NOT result from the release of endotoxin from Gram-negative bacteria?
A) fever
B) activation of the alternate complement pathway
C) vasodilation
D) hypertension
E) shock

Accepted Answer

The release of endotoxin from Gram-negative bacteria can cause fever, activation of the alternate complement pathway, vasodilation, and shock, but it does not directly cause hypertension. However, the wide-spread inflammation and resulting shock can lead to low blood pressure, which may be mistaken for hypertension in some cases.