The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has launched ‘Get Ahead of Sepsis’, an educational initiative, to protect people from the devastating effects of sepsis. ‘Get Ahead of Sepsis’ calls on healthcare professionals to educate patients, prevent infections, suspect and identify sepsis early, and start sepsis treatment fast. The CDC director states, “ detecting sepsis early and starting immediate treatment is often the difference between life and death.
It starts with preventing the infections that lead to sepsis. ” In this regard recognizing the signs and symptoms early is important. The signs and symptoms of sepsis can include a combination of any of the following: Confusion or disorientation Shortness of breath High heart rate Fever, or shivering, or feeling very cold Extreme pain or discomfort Clammy or sweaty skin The most common diseases that are associated with sepsis:…
