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What is the recommended threshold for beginning vasopressors for septic shock?
What is the recommended threshold for beginning vasopressors for septic shock?
- The threshold depends on the patient's age
- The threshold should be high
- The threshold is not specified
- The threshold should be low (correct)
What is the recommended fluid resuscitation strategy for sepsis?
What is the recommended fluid resuscitation strategy for sepsis?
- Colloid infusion of 30 mL/kg
- Slow crystalloid infusion of 10 mL/kg
- Rapid crystalloid infusion of 30 mL/kg (correct)
- No specific recommendation for fluid resuscitation
When should corticosteroids, such as hydrocortisone, be considered for septic shock?
When should corticosteroids, such as hydrocortisone, be considered for septic shock?
- As a first-line treatment for septic shock
- For shock refractory to the first vasopressor (correct)
- Corticosteroids are not recommended for septic shock
- Only after administering more than 10 L of IV fluids
What serum lactate level indicates sepsis despite adequate fluid therapy?
What serum lactate level indicates sepsis despite adequate fluid therapy?
What is recommended in addition to standard hemodynamic monitoring parameters for septic shock?
What is recommended in addition to standard hemodynamic monitoring parameters for septic shock?