A patient in the intensive care unit has been diagnosed with systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS). What additional finding indicates that the patient is becoming septic? Select all that apply.

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1. Hypotension is an indication of sepsis.
2. Decreased urine output is an indication of sepsis.
3. Plasma glucose greater than 140 mg/dL is an indication of sepsis.
4. A heart of rate of 88 is within normal limits and does not indicate sepsis.
5. A respiratory rate of 16 is within normal limits and does not indicate sepsis.

A Patient in the Intensive Care Unit Has Been Diagnosed