sepsis Flashcards
1
Q
define sepsis
A
systemic yet toxic response to infection accompanied by an inflammation response
2
Q
etiology
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Pathogens
3
Q
risk factors
A
Ext. Ages Sx concurrent illness immunocompromised pregnancy
4
Q
Chief complaints
A
Altered level of consciousness Fever general weakness SOB Tachycardia/palpitations
5
Q
4 steps of sepsis and V/S
A
1- SIRS Systemic inflammation response syndrome (TIME)*Tachy/RR
2- Sepsis Tachy,RR, LOW BP, T
3- Sever sepsis Lactate, BG **chute of 40 or low
4- Septic Shock Compensatory, Low BP
6
Q
4 Complications
A
Org failure
DIC
ARDS
Stroke
7
Q
6 Rx
A
Fluid Epi Dopamine Dobutamine Antibiotics Vasopressors
