151. A patient with severe sepsis is receiving continuous infusion of broad-spectrum antibiotics. The nurse observes the patient’s white blood cell count is decreasing but the patient’s lactate level is still elevated. What is the critical clinical implication?
A.
Patient is recovering well
B.
Persistent tissue hypoperfusion or ongoing infection, requiring further assessment
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C.
Lactate is falsely elevated
D.
Patient needs more fluid
📖 Additional Information
Patient is recovering well
Persistent tissue hypoperfusion or ongoing infection, requiring further assessment
