sepsis Flashcards

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sepsis vs septic shock

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Sepsis = life threatening organ dysfunction caused by dysregulated host response

septic shock = sepsis PLUS persistent hypotension requiring vasopressors PLUS lactate >2mmol/l

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when to suspect sepsis?

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SEPSIS 6?

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4
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qSOFA used for?

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to predict mortality

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5
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scoring systems to Dx sepsis?

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NEWS >5 + symptoms

qSOFA >2

SIRS >2

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symptoms sepsis?

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fever or very cold, shivering

extreme pain or discomfort

clammy skin

confusion or disorientation

short of breath

high HR

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