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A 68-year-old patient presents to the emergency department with fever, hypotension, and altered mental status. Sepsis is suspected. According to the Surviving Sepsis Campaign guidelines, which intervention is a crucial component of the initial 1-hour management bundle?

A Administration of vasopressors prior to fluid resuscitation.
B Initiation of broad-spectrum antibiotics after obtaining blood cultures.
C Placement of a central venous catheter for CVP monitoring.
D Administration of corticosteroids to all patients with suspected sepsis.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Rapid administration of broad-spectrum antibiotics after obtaining blood cultures is a cornerstone of the 1-hour sepsis bundle. Timely antibiotics are critical for improving outcomes in septic shock.

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