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Which age group is at a higher risk of developing sepsis?
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?
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?
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?
What is the definition of severe sepsis?
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Which vasopressor is preferred in fluid-resuscitation refractory septic shock?
Which vasopressor is preferred in fluid-resuscitation refractory septic shock?
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