111. A patient with septic shock is receiving continuous infusion of norepinephrine. The nurse observes the patient’s lactate level is still trending upwards (e.g., 6 mmol/L). What is the critical clinical implication?
A.
Patient is recovering
B.
Persistent tissue hypoperfusion and ongoing shock despite vasopressor support
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C.
Lactate is falsely elevated
D.
Patient is receiving too much fluid
📖 Additional Information
Patient is recovering
Persistent tissue hypoperfusion and ongoing shock despite vasopressor support
