Sepsis And Infection In Surgery

Question 1

What is sepsis?

Answer 1

The body’s overwhelming response to an infection. Life threatening

Question 2

Explain sepsis 1?

Answer 2

Systemic inflammatory response, temp increases and h.r aswell

Question 3

How to diagnose sepsis?

Answer 3

History of immunosuppressive disorders and physical exam

Question 4

What are advanced signs of sepsis?

Answer 4

Cyanosis, petechial or purpuric rashes, mottled or ashen appearance

Question 5

How often do we recalculate risk of sepsis in those of high risk?

Answer 5

Every 30 mins

Question 6

How often do we recalculate risk of sepsis in those of moderate risk?

Answer 6

Every hour

Question 7

How often do we recalculate risk of sepsis in those of low risk?

Answer 7

Every 4-6 hours

Question 8

Step 1 management

Answer 8

Ensure senior clinician attends.

Question 9

Step 2 management

Answer 9

Oxygen if required

Question 10

Step 3 management

Answer 10

IV and take bloods for analysis

Question 11

Step 4 management

Answer 11

Give IV antibiotics (broad spectrum) maximum dose

Question 12

Step 5 management

Answer 12

Give IV fluids

Question 13

Step 6 management

Answer 13

Monitor