Exam 2 SIRS To Sepsis Flashcards by Ashley Talbot | Brainscape

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SIRS means

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Systemic inflammatory response system

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SIRS definition

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Used to monitor the impacts of inflammation

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SIRS vital signs

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2 or more
Temp >100.4F
RR > 20
HR >90
WBC >12,000

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Sepsis is…

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SIRS + an infection suspected or confirmed

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Severe sepsis includes

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Sepsis + signs of end organ damage

Hypotension
SBP <90

Lactate level (blood test) >4mmol

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Septic shock

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Severe sepsis with persistent symptoms

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