Which of the following is NOT a symptom of shock?

In the context of shock, bright red skin is typically not a symptom. Shock often leads to poor circulation and inadequate blood flow to the skin, which can result in pale, cool, and clammy skin instead. In some specific types of shock, such as septic shock, the skin can appear flushed, but this is more the exception than the rule.

In contrast, symptoms of shock commonly include thirst and nausea due to reduced blood flow to the digestive system, a rapid and weak pulse as the body tries to compensate for low blood pressure, and general weakness resulting from the body's diminished ability to function properly under stress. These symptoms indicate that the body's organs are not receiving sufficient oxygen and nutrients, which is critical to identifying and responding to a state of shock.