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What is the first-line vasopressor recommended for management in septic shock?
What is the first-line vasopressor recommended for management in septic shock?
What is the target Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) for patients managing septic shock?
What is the target Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) for patients managing septic shock?
When should vasopressors be administered peripherally?
When should vasopressors be administered peripherally?
What action is suggested if MAP is inadequate despite the use of low-to-moderate norepinephrine?
What action is suggested if MAP is inadequate despite the use of low-to-moderate norepinephrine?
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What is a recommended step if there is persistent hypoperfusion with cardiac dysfunction despite adequate volume status?
What is a recommended step if there is persistent hypoperfusion with cardiac dysfunction despite adequate volume status?
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Study Notes
Vasoactive Agent Management in Septic Shock
- First-line Vasopressor: Norepinephrine is the primary choice for managing septic shock.
- MAP Target: Aim for a mean arterial pressure (MAP) of 65 mm Hg.
- Invasive Monitoring: Consider invasive arterial blood pressure monitoring for patients on vasopressors. If central access is not available, initiate vasopressors peripherally.
- Adding Vasopressin: Consider adding vasopressin if MAP remains inadequate despite low-to-moderate norepinephrine doses.
- Cardiac Dysfunction: If cardiac dysfunction persists despite adequate volume resuscitation and MAP, consider adding dobutamine or switching to epinephrine.
Important Notes:
- Strong Recommendations: Green highlights indicate strong recommendations.
- Weak Recommendations: Yellow highlights indicate weak recommendations.
- Peripheral Vasopressors: Peripheral vasopressors should only be used for short periods in veins proximal to the antecubital fossa.
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This quiz covers the management of vasoactive agents in septic shock, focusing on recommendations for the use of norepinephrine, MAP targets, and the addition of vasopressin or dobutamine in cases of cardiac dysfunction. Participants will learn about monitoring strategies and the importance of strong versus weak recommendations in treatment.
