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Revision as of 08:34, 24 September 2020

  • Sepsis is very common in our population, both adult and pediatric patients. As a consequence we have St. Johns Sepsis alerts in RAVEN (our EMR) and order sets for you to use when sepsis is suspected. Don’t hesitate to start antibiotics on a village-based patient who appears septic and is awaiting medevac.
  • We also have a very high rate of neonatal sepsis. Follow the guidelines on neonatal sepsis . ANY neonate <30 days requires an LP as part of the workup and MOST neonates <90 days also require an LP. In general, err on the side of a more conservative approach due to the high incidence of sepsis and the distance folks have to travel.
  • Sepsis (Adult) YKHC Clinical Guideline
  • Sepsis Medications (Adult)
  • Sepsis (Pediatric) YKHC Clinical Guideline

Sepsis RMT Guide

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Common/Unique Medical Diagnoses