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
2
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when to suspect sepsis?
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3
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SEPSIS 6?
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4
Q
qSOFA used for?
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to predict mortality
5
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scoring systems to Dx sepsis?
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NEWS >5 + symptoms
qSOFA >2
SIRS >2
6
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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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