A 68-year-old woman presents with suspected septic shock from pyelonephritis. After 30 mL/kg fluids, MAP remains 58 mmHg. Which vasopressor is first-l...

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A 68-year-old woman presents with suspected septic shock from pyelonephritis. After 30 mL/kg fluids, MAP remains 58 mmHg. Which vasopressor is first-line?

Accepted Answer

Norepinephrine

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Dopamine

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Phenylephrine

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Epinephrine as first-line

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Vasopressin as first-line

Septic Shock Vasopressor — MRCEM SBA MCQ

A 68-year-old woman presents with suspected septic shock from pyelonephritis. After 30 mL/kg fluids, MAP remains 58 mmHg. Which vasopressor is first-line?