To learn more about septic shock via interactive cases, check out the "Introduction to Shock" and "Septic Shock" knowledge boluses at icuready.com!
Session 5 of The ICU Curriculum
This session defines sepsis and septic shock, reviews pathophysiologic and clinical manifestations of septic shock, and describes the treatment principles for patients with septic shock, including landmark studies regarding IV fluid resuscitation, vasopressors, and corticosteroids. Content created by: Daniel Gergen, MD, Joshua Raines, MD, Bryan Lublin, MD, MPH, Anna Neumeier, MD, and Christopher King, MD. References included at end of video.