Sepsis Flashcards
1
Q
What is sepsis?
A
SIRS + Infection
2
Q
In order to have SIRS, 2 of 5 criteria must be met. What are the criteria?
A
Temp: greater than 38 or less than 36 HR: >90 RR: >20 PaCO2: less than 32 WCC: greater than 12k or less than 4k
3
Q
What is septic shock?
A
Sepsis + hypotension despite adequate fluid resuscitation
systolic BP less than 90
4
Q
What is severe sepsis?
A
Sepsis + organ dysfunction
associated with decreased BP
5
Q
What are the most common sites of infection in patients with sepsis?
A
Respiratory
Bacteremia
GU
6
Q
What are the most common sites of infection in patients with sepsis that lead to death?
A
Bacteremia
Endocarditis
Respiratory
