Problem 5: High Fever after Chemotherapy Flashcards
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Explain why the nurse uses a triage tool?
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Discuss which bloods are likely to be taken and why?
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Describe the signs and symptoms of severe sepsis?
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Explain NEWS?
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Discuss the initial management of sepsis
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Rationalise the use of piperacillin and tazobactam and what is its spectrum of activity?
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Explain what is a PGD?
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Discuss the advantages of using piperacillin and tazobactam as a PGD?
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9
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Discuss Sidney’s blood results?
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10
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Explain what is neutropenic sepsis?
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What antibiotic advice does the NICE neutropenic sepsis guidance recommend?
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12
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Discuss the monitoring required?
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Explain when the piperacillin and tazobactam be reviewed?
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14
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Discuss the criteria for switching from IV to oral antibiotics
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Discuss the benefits of switching from IV to oral antibiotics
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