Question # 58

A nurse is caring for a patient with septic shock. The patient’s blood pressure remains low despite the administration of intravenous fluids. Which of the following is the most important intervention the nurse should consider next?

Options:

A.

Administering vasopressor medications to support blood pressure

B.

Increasing the intravenous fluid rate further

C.

Reducing oxygen therapy to prevent oxygen toxicity

D.

Administering sedatives to help the patient rest

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