Question

A 62-year-old adult with pneumonia and septic shock received fluids and is on norepinephrine. Broad‑spectrum antibiotics were given 2 hours after arrival. Which statement aligns with sepsis guidance?

Accepted Answer

Early antibiotics within 1 hour of recognition are recommended

Answer

Antibiotics may be delayed up to 6 hours

Answer

Colloid resuscitation with HES is preferred

Answer

Dopamine is first‑line vasopressor

Answer

Restrictive fluids only until lactate clears

Practice question

A 62-year-old adult with pneumonia and septic shock received fluids and is on norepinephrine. Broad‑spectrum antibiotics were given 2 hours after arrival. Which statement aligns with sepsis guidance?