What type of shock is this patient at risk for

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The patient was taken to the operating room for fixation of his T12-L4 spinal fracture. A central line, arterial line, foley catheter and NG tube were placed in the operating room. In addition to spinal fixation several wounds on the patient's torso and bilateral lower extremities were washed out and gravel from the scene removed. Blood loss during surgery was minimal. The patient is currently admitted to the ICU, intubated and on a ventilator. His vital signs are stable and the patient is resting comfortably.

What type of shock is this patient at risk for?

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