Pathophys Flashcards
1
Q
Define sepsis
A
Life threatening organ dysfunction caused by a deregulated host response to infection.
2
Q
Define septic shock
A
A subset of sepsis with profound circulatory, cellular and metabolic abnormalities.
3
Q
Sepsis Diagnosis
A
Tachypnea
Hypotension (<90mmHg)
Tachycardia (>130bpm)
Requirement for O2
Deterioration of mental status
Recent chemo
Anuria
