A patient is diagnosed with septic shock. What action by the healthcare professional will address the main underlying pathophysiologic mechanism of this disorder?

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Septic shock begins when bacteria enter the bloodstream, so the effective treatment for this specific problem is antibiotics. High volumes of fluid may been needed in all types of shock other than cardiogenic. A balloon pump would be beneficial in cardiogenic shock. Antihistamines and steroids would be used in anaphylactic shock.

A Patient Is Diagnosed with Septic Shock