10 Questions
Which symptom is a feature of organ dysfunction in septic shock?
Tachycardia
What can disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) lead to in sepsis?
Thrombocytopenia
What is the initial skin presentation in warm shock during septic shock?
Warm skin
What is the cardiovascular hallmark of cold shock in septic shock?
Prolonged capillary refill time
'↑ prothrombin time, ↑ activated partial thromboplastin time, and ↓ antithrombin III' are indicative of abnormalities in which organ function during sepsis?
Liver
'Jaundice, ↑ clotting time, ↑ ALT, and ↑ AST' are indicative of abnormalities in which organ during sepsis?
Liver
What imaging modality may be used to identify the infectious focus in sepsis?
Echocardiography
'Oliguria' is a feature of organ dysfunction in sepsis associated with which organ?
Kidneys
'Altered mental status' is a feature of organ dysfunction in sepsis associated with which organ?
Brain
What is the hallmark of severe hypotension in septic shock?
Hypotension (< 65 mmHg)
This quiz covers common primary infections such as respiratory, genitourinary, gastrointestinal, and skin and soft tissue infections, along with the pathogens associated with them. It also discusses risk factors like age, comorbidities, and immunosuppression that contribute to these infections.
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