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What is
sepsis
The body’s overwhelming response and life threatening response to infection that can lead to tissue damage organ falier or death
who is at risk
anyone
. who has an
injury
or
minor
infection
more vulnerable people
people with medical conditions or receiving medical treatment what weakens the
immune system
people in hospitals with serious illness
very old or very young people
people who've just had surgery or have wounds or injuries as a result of an incident
IV drug users
indwelling lines
or catheters
women who are
pregnant
or recently have given birth
Sepsis 6 - give
Fluids
Oxygen
IVAB’s - IV
antibiotics
Sepsis 6 - take
Bloods
Urine
Lactate