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Video: Identify and Treat Sepsis

The latest video in the EMS1.com “2 Things” video series from Steve Whitehead. Early identifcation and early resuscitation. Great stuff Steve! ParamedicTV is powered by EMS1.com

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Question: Treatment of Severe Sepsis

Reader writes, “I am looking for more information on Severe Sepsis is treated.” A quick Google search revealed these resources: Guidelines for management of severe sepsis and septic shock Treatment and drugs for Severe Sepsis Diagnosis and treatment of severe sepsis Also, check out this excellent EMS World article about Severe Sepsis and a Sepsis […]

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Recognition and Treatment of Sepsis (#31daysofCE)

Urinary tract infections, infected pressure sores, and lower respiratory infections are initially local infections. If assessed and treated early these infections can be contained to that location. Unfortunately, as Everyday EMS Tips readers, are well aware local infections can go unnoticed, especially in bed confined patients, for days. I am sure you have responded to […]