Question 1
What is the first-line vasopressor for septic shock per the 2021 Surviving Sepsis Campaign?
Correct Answer:
Norepinephrine
Question 2
What is the recommended initial mean arterial pressure (MAP) target in adult septic shock?
Correct Answer:
MAP ≥65 mmHg
Question 3
Per the SSC 2021 Hour-1 Bundle, what initial crystalloid volume should be administered for septic shock or sepsis-induced hypoperfusion?
Correct Answer:
30 mL/kg within the first 3 hours
Question 4
A mechanically ventilated patient with septic shock has a pulse pressure variation (PPV) of 18%. What does this finding suggest?
Correct Answer:
The patient is likely fluid-responsive and may benefit from a fluid challenge
Question 5
A 64-year-old man develops cardiogenic shock 6 hours after anterior STEMI with successful PCI. He has SBP 75 mmHg on norepinephrine and dobutamine, lactate 6.5, and pulmonary edema. Echo shows EF 15% with akinetic anterior wall. What is the most appropriate next intervention?
Correct Answer:
Initiate mechanical circulatory support (Impella or VA-ECMO)
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