Signs and Symptoms Pathophysiology Morbidity and Mortality Guidelines Interventions
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What is fever
Cellular hyper-metabolic state that leads to increased oxygen demand
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What is septic shock
Persistent hypotension despite adequate fluid resuscitation and lactic acid >4.0
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What is blood culture
This critical laboratory test should be obtained within the first hour but should not delay further treatment
200
What is systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS)
Overwhelming immune response
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What is lactic acid
Blood test that indicates poor perfusion of oxygen into tissues
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What is tachycardia (>90 bpm)
Often assumed to be caused by dehydration, this objective sign often leaves one short of breath
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What is altered level of consciousness
This sign is often attributed to neurological conditions or substance abuse instead of sepsis
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What is tachypnea (RR>20)
This vital sign is often the first sign of sepsis, yet is frequently dismissed or un-noticed in initial presentation






Sepsis, Severe Sepsis, & Septic Shock

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