A client is diagnosed with septic shock. The nurse realizes that the major cause of this type of shock is:

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Septic shock is caused by gram-negative bacteria, which trigger an overwhelming immune response that leads to systemic inflammation and dilation of blood vessels, resulting in low blood pressure and poor tissue perfusion. Gram-positive bacteria, fungi, and viruses can also cause sepsis, but gram-negative bacteria are the most common culprit in cases of septic shock.

A Client Is Diagnosed with Septic Shock