Question

A 64-year-old with suspected sepsis has lactate 5.2 mmol/L and hypotension. After 30 mL/kg crystalloid, MAP remains low. Which bundle element is correct?

Accepted Answer

Start norepinephrine to target MAP ≥65 mm Hg

Answer

Delay antibiotics until cultures return

Answer

Target MAP ≥55 mm Hg

Answer

Give hydroxyethyl starch bolus

Answer

Restrict further fluids regardless of exam

Practice question

A 64-year-old with suspected sepsis has lactate 5.2 mmol/L and hypotension. After 30 mL/kg crystalloid, MAP remains low. Which bundle element is correct?