2020 Sepsis Flashcards
PSMID CPG Sepsis and Septic Shock in Adult 2020
1
Q
True or false. immunoglobulins may be given in patients with sepsis
A
False. Not recommended
2
Q
VTE prophylaxis in patient with sepsis
A
LMWH over UFH for VTE prophylaxis
3
Q
stress ulcer prophylaxis in sepsis
A
PPI over histamine 2 receptor antagonist
4
Q
when to initiate feeding in septic patient
A
within 24-48 hours enterally
5
Q
Enteral feeding. Gastric residue more than 300 cc. What to do
A
give pro kinetic metoclopromide 10 mg IV q 6hrs