Reference no: EM133583785

Question: The client is a 42-year-old male admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) with hypotension, tachycardia, and altered mental status. The client has a history of intravenous drug use and was recently diagnosed with an abscess in his arm. The client reports having fever, chills, and feeling generally unwell for the past few days. On examination, the client appears pale, diaphoretic, and disoriented. Vital signs reveal a blood pressure of 80/50 mmHg, heart rate of 120 beats per minute, respiratory rate of 22 breaths per minute, and oxygen saturation of 92% on room air. Pertinent Exam Findings: - Cool and clammy skin - Weak peripheral pulses - Capillary refill greater than 3 seconds - Urinary output of less than 30 mL/hour - Elevated lactate levels Challenge Questions: What measures should be taken to ensure adequate tissue oxygenation? Which medication(s) should be administered to stabilize the client's blood pressure? What other assessments are important to identify any potential complications?