The complex cascade of the physiologic events of sepsis decrease this important concept

This results from a clinical insult that initiates an inflammatory response that is systematic, rather than localized to the site of insult

Infections not present at the time of admission

Technology advances have created increased use of these procedures to diagnose and treat medical conditions

This is what needs to occur FIRST to reduce morbidity and mortality related to sepsis

Decreased perfusion to the tissues related to sepsis affects this physiologic concept

This clinical criteria for SIRS can be elevated or below normal

Bacteria in the bloodstream

This age group is at greater risk for developing sepsis due to decreased physiologic reserves, weaker immune system, comorbidities, and nonspecific presentation of sepsis

This must be practiced al all times, for all patients, in all settings, no ifs, ands, or buts

This concept is an important part of cells, tissues, organs, and whole body health that is affected by sepsis

This clinical criteria for SIRS is the clinical term for the heart rate associated with this syndrome

Infection that begins in the urinary tract that can be associated with urinary catheters and untreated UTIs

Examples are DM, hepatitis, chronic kidney disease, immunodeficiency disorders, and cancer

Gel in - Gel out
At least 20 seconds - every time
Use soap and water if visibly soiled
The 5 moments

In sepsis this concept is greatly increased, requiring the body to work much harder to regain homeostasis

This clinical criteria for SIRS is the clinical term for the respiratory rate associated with this syndrome

Infection following a surgical procedure that can develop up to 90 days after the surgery

Examples are urinary catheters, CVP lines, central lines, and peripheral IV lines

Early ambulation, coughing and deep breathing, chest physiotherapy, incentive spirometer

It is critical that sepsis is recognized and treated early to prevent critical imbalances of this physiologic concept

This blood cell count is > 12,000 cells/mm3 in patients diagnosed with SIRS

Some examples are MDRO, MRSA, Streptococcus pneumiae, carbapenem-resistant enterobacteriaceae (CRE)

A condition that can be caused by disease, medication, surgery, age, or genetics that places the patient with infection at greater risk for developing sepsis

Obtain serum lactate, blood cultures x2, pan cultures, CBC, Chem 7, BUN, creatinine, Coag studies, albumin, prealbumin first
Replace fluids with IV normal saline
Administer broad spectrum antibiotics
Administer vasopressors, sedation, DVT and stress ulcer prophylaxis
Monitor I&O, hemodynamic status, nutritional status, daily weight