title: Septic shock in the elderly.
abstract: Antibiotic therapy should be directed toward any recognized or suspected pathogens. Multiple broad-spectrum antibiotics are most often successful. Ancillary measures ensure adequate oxygenation, maintenance of adequate urinary output, and support of the cardiovascular system. A team approach using an intensive care facility should result in an optimum outcome in the management of elderly septic patients.
mesh_terms: D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000368:Aged; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006328:Cardiac Catheterization / Q000295:instrumentation; D002316:Cardiotonic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005260:Female; D005440:Fluid Therapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009270:Naloxone / Q000627:therapeutic use; D012772:Shock, Septic / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000382:microbiology / Q000401:mortality / Q000628:therapy*
chemical_list: D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D002316:Cardiotonic Agents; D009270:Naloxone