Critical Care Pharmacotherapy – Quiz 1

A 56‑year‑old male with septic shock remains hypotensive after adequate fluid resuscitation. Which vasopressor is recommended as first‑line therapy according to the 2021 Surviving Sepsis Campaign guidelines?

Which agent provides rapid and complete reversal of profound neuromuscular blockade produced by rocuronium?

In acute esophageal variceal hemorrhage, which pharmacologic agent is recommended to control bleeding before endoscopy?

What is the preferred specific reversal strategy for life‑threatening bleeding associated with apixaban?

Which serious adverse effect prompted the FDA boxed warning on systemic fluoroquinolones?