Question

A 63-year-old woman in the ICU with septic shock remains hypotensive (BP 82/48 mm Hg) despite 30 mL/kg crystalloid resuscitation. Which type of shock best describes her current haemodynamic state?

Accepted Answer

Distributive shock

Answer

Cardiogenic shock

Answer

Hypovolaemic shock

Answer

Obstructive shock

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Neurogenic shock

Practice question

A 63-year-old woman in the ICU with septic shock remains hypotensive (BP 82/48 mm Hg) despite 30 mL/kg crystalloid resuscitation. Which type of shock best describes her current haemodynamic state?