Question

A 42-year-old presents with severe sepsis; lactate 6 mmol/L. After 30 mL/kg crystalloid, MAP is 60 mm Hg. Which initial vasopressor is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Norepinephrine to target MAP ≥65 mm Hg

Answer

Vasopressin as initial monotherapy

Answer

Dopamine as first‑line in all patients

Answer

Epinephrine as first‑line for all patients

Answer

Phenylephrine as first‑line for all patients

Practice question

A 42-year-old presents with severe sepsis; lactate 6 mmol/L. After 30 mL/kg crystalloid, MAP is 60 mm Hg. Which initial vasopressor is recommended?