systemic infection definitions Flashcards
1
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Bacteremia
A
- The presence of bacteria detected in the blood stream. Either by cx or gram stain.
2
Q
SIRS
A
2/4:
- Temp >38 or < 36
- resp rate >20
- HR > 90
- WBC <4k or >12k
3
Q
Sepsis
A
- Meeting SIRS criteria and having evidence of an infix.
4
Q
Septic Shock
A
- Hypotension that remains after IV Fluid challenge (2liters)
5
Q
Sever Sepsis
A
- Sepsis + end-organ damage
- AMS, hypotension, elevated creatinine, DIC
