Septic shock Flashcards
1
Q
What is septic shock?
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(Sepsis) Organ dysfunction caused by dysregulated host response to infection
(Septic shock) Sepsis + lactate >2mmol/L or vaopressers to maintain MAP >65mmHg
2
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What are the clinical features of septic shock?
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Can be febrile or hypothermic Flushed, warm skin Bounding pulse, tachycardia Hypotension with a wide pulse pressure Signs of infection (i.e. productive cough, offensive wound)
3
Q
How is septic shock diagnosed?
A
(Blood testts) Blood gas for lactate, blood culture, CRP, FBC, LFT, clotting screen
Basic observations
ECG
Urine dipstick and output
4
Q
What is the treatment for septic shock
A
Antibiotics
Fluid
Oxygen
