Sepsis Risk Factors Quiz
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Which age group is at a higher risk of developing sepsis?

  • Elderly people above 80 years old
  • Adults between 20-30 years old
  • Children younger than one (correct)
  • Teenagers between 13-19 years old

    • What are some risk factors for developing sepsis?

  • People with a strong immune system
  • People who have never been hospitalized
  • People with chronic medical conditions (correct)
  • People with no chronic medical conditions

    • What are the criteria for diagnosing sepsis?

  • Respiratory rate below 10
  • White blood cell count above 15 (correct)
  • Fever above 40°C (104°F)
  • Heart rate below 60 bpm

    • What is the definition of severe sepsis?

    <p>Sepsis with organ dysfunction or hypo-perfusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vasopressor is preferred in fluid-resuscitation refractory septic shock?

    <p>Norepinephrine</p> Signup and view all the answers

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