Critical Moments: Early Recognition and Response to Maternal Sepsis

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Disclosure statements

This continuing education activity is provided by Altruistic Nurse Writer, LLC, a Florida Board of Nursing approved continuing education provider.

The purpose of this learning activity is to provide nurses with current, evidence-informed education related to early recognition and response to maternal sepsis in pregnancy and the postpartum period. Content includes maternal sepsis risk factors, common infection sources, early warning signs, differentiation of expected postpartum changes from abnormal findings, nursing assessment priorities, maternal early warning systems, escalation of care, sepsis protocol activation, interdisciplinary communication, prevention strategies, and patient education.

The planner, presenter, and content reviewer have no relevant financial relationships, commercial interests, sponsorships, or conflicts of interest to disclose related to this learning activity. No commercial support was received for the development or delivery of this course.

This course is intended for educational purposes only and does not replace institutional policies, provider orders, clinical judgment, or current standards of care. Nurses are responsible for following their facility protocols, scope of practice, and applicable state and federal regulations.

Successful completion of this learning activity requires participation in the full course, completion of the post-test/evaluation as applicable, and achievement of any required passing score established by the provider. Continuing education credit will be awarded only after course completion requirements are met.

Course content is based on current professional guidelines, evidence-based practice resources, and maternal safety recommendations related to obstetric sepsis recognition and response.