A 67-year-old febrile patient with suspected sepsis in the community has RR 28, HR 120, SBP 88 mmHg, and new confusion. What is the most critical imme...

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A 67-year-old febrile patient with suspected sepsis in the community has RR 28, HR 120, SBP 88 mmHg, and new confusion. What is the most critical immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Immediate 999 transfer to hospital

Answer

Give oral antibiotics and safety-net

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Arrange same-day routine GP review

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Start prednisolone 40 mg

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Check CRP before transfer

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A 67-year-old febrile patient with suspected sepsis in the community has RR 28, HR 120, SBP 88 mmHg, and new confusion. What is the most critical immediate action?