What is the pathophysiology of sepsis/septic shock? Are antithrombin agents like aspirin not suitable for septic shock patients despite their use as a prophylaxis for Venous thromboembolism (VTE)? Is it okay to administer ulcer prophylaxis (i.e., omeprazole, pantoprazole (PPI), H2 blockers, etc. ) and VTE prophylaxis (aspirin, heparin) simultaneously to the patient?

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What is the pathophysiology of sepsis/septic shock? Are antithrombin agents like aspirin not suitable for septic shock patients despite their use as a prophylaxis for Venous thromboembolism (VTE)? Is it okay to administer ulcer prophylaxis (i.e., omeprazole, pantoprazole (PPI), H2 blockers, etc. ) and VTE prophylaxis (aspirin, heparin) simultaneously to the patient? 

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