An older adult presents to the emergency department in septic shock.A diagnosis of pneumonia is made,antibiotics are prescribed,and the patient will be admitted to the acute care unit.When should the nurse start the prescribed intravenous antibiotic?

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In cases of septic shock, it is critical to administer antibiotics as soon as possible to improve patient outcomes. Guidelines recommend starting antibiotics within 1 hour of diagnosis to reduce mortality.

An Older Adult Presents to the Emergency Department in Septic