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Question 9#

The Surviving Sepsis Campaign guidelines recommend which of the following regarding the initial resuscitation of sepsis-induced hypoperfusion?

A. Goal MAP ≥60 mm Hg
B. Goal SVO2 of 80%
C. Goal urine output ≥ 1 mL/kg/h
D. That goals of resuscitation be met within the first 6 hours of management

Correct Answer is D

Comment:

The Surviving Sepsis Campaign guidelines for the management of severe sepsis and septic shock recommends that during the first 6 hours of resuscitation, the goals of initial resuscitation of sepsis-induced hypoperfusion should include all of the following: CVP 8 to 12 mm Hg, MAP ≥65 mm Hg, urine output ≥0.5 mL!kg/h. ScVO2 of 70% or SVO2 of 65%.