Sepsis Can Lead to Severe Sepsis That Can Proceed to Fatal

question 15

Multiple Choice

Sepsis can lead to severe sepsis that can proceed to fatal septic shock when what action occurs?

• A) microbial toxins trigger a systemwide inflammatory response that causes extreme hypotension, leading to organ failure and death
• B) microbial toxins trigger extreme hypertension leading to stroke and potential death
• C) patient experiences tachycardia of over 110 beats/minute plus a WBC count of greater than 12,000 cells/mm³
• D) patient experiences body temperature of over 38° C with low urine output

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