Sepsis First Response

• 2018

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This video offers prehospital providers with the tools to rapidly identify sepsis, begin treatment, and effectively coordinate with the emergency department and in-hospital colleagues. It explains how first responders can assess vital signs and ask questions to spot potential sepsis cases. It also mentions that many EMS practitioners lack confidence in recognizing symptoms and some organizations don't prioritize sepsis protocols. Early treatment with fluids and antibiotics is key to improving outcomes for patients with this serious condition.

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Tags

Focus Area: Infectious Disease

Keywords: Emergency Medicine; Emergency Treatment; Hospitals; Patient Care Management; Infection Control; Sepsis; Emergency Service, Hospital; Pediatric Emergency Medicine; Emergency Responders

Emergency Management Stage: Response

Audiences: EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Formats: Demonstration; White Paper

Media Types: Document; Video

Institutions: Sepsis Alliance Institute

Institution Type: Non-Governmental Organization

Languages: ; English

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