Which of the following is NOT a symptom of shock?

High fever is not a symptom associated with shock. Shock is a medical emergency that occurs when the body is not getting enough blood flow, which can lead to inadequate oxygen delivery to vital organs. The symptoms of shock typically include dilated pupils, weakness or confusion, and cooling of the skin due to reduced circulation, particularly in extremities.

In contrast, a high fever suggests an ongoing infection or inflammatory process in the body, which is not characteristic of shock itself. While a person in shock might have a variety of symptoms due to the underlying cause of the shock (such as an infection leading to septic shock), a high fever is not a direct symptom of the shock state. This distinction helps in assessing overall patient condition and directing appropriate treatment.