A 62-year-old with severe CAP and shock receives fluids and norepinephrine. Which steroid approach is supported in refractory septic shock?...

Question

A 62-year-old with severe CAP and shock receives fluids and norepinephrine. Which steroid approach is supported in refractory septic shock?

Accepted Answer

Hydrocortisone 50 mg IV q6h may be used in refractory shock

Answer

No role for steroids

Answer

High-dose dexamethasone 20 mg IV daily

Answer

Prednisone 40 mg PO daily

Answer

Fludrocortisone only

us-abem MCQ (SBA): Septic Shock Steroids