Sepsis in the Adult Patient: Identification and Initial Care - 7 Contact Hours

Course overview

Course overview: This program will provide nurses with an overview of the progression and treatment of sepsis in the adult patient and screening tools to recognize early signs and symptoms that will improve patient outcomes and reduce mortality associated with sepsis. Learning Objectives Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to: •Define sepsis and septic shock. •Describe the pathophysiology of sepsis. •Discuss the signs and symptoms of sepsis. •Identify the patients at risk of sepsis.