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Which of the following best describes Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS)?
Which of the following best describes Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS)?
- A condition characterized by a decrease in heart rate and body temperature
- An exaggerated response to bacterial infections only
- A localized inflammatory response that remains confined to a specific area
- A systemic exaggerated response to infection, trauma, or other insults (correct)
What criteria must be met for a patient to be classified as having SIRS?
What criteria must be met for a patient to be classified as having SIRS?
- Presence of at least 3 out of 5 specific criteria (correct)
- High blood pressure, low respiratory rate, and fever
- Elevated white blood cell count and low heart rate
- Low body temperature and rapid breathing
What is the lowest acceptable Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) for a patient to avoid progressing into SIRS?
What is the lowest acceptable Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) for a patient to avoid progressing into SIRS?
- 50mmHg
- Less than 40mmHg
- 60mmHg (correct)
- Above 80mmHg
What is the most common goal for the Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) in elderly patients?
What is the most common goal for the Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) in elderly patients?
How many criteria from the Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS) must a patient meet to be considered as having SIRS?
How many criteria from the Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS) must a patient meet to be considered as having SIRS?
What is the significance of monitoring feeding tubes in patients with an artificial airway/positive pressure ventilation?
What is the significance of monitoring feeding tubes in patients with an artificial airway/positive pressure ventilation?
Why is it important to obtain a pan-culture (cultures of urine, sputum, wound exudate) prior to starting antibiotics in septic patients?
Why is it important to obtain a pan-culture (cultures of urine, sputum, wound exudate) prior to starting antibiotics in septic patients?
How does the 1-hour timeframe for initiating treatment in sepsis relate to 'Time is Tissue'?
How does the 1-hour timeframe for initiating treatment in sepsis relate to 'Time is Tissue'?
What is the primary cause of end organ failure in sepsis?
What is the primary cause of end organ failure in sepsis?
Which antibiotic is commonly used for MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) skin infections in the context of sepsis?
Which antibiotic is commonly used for MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) skin infections in the context of sepsis?
How do clots contribute to end organ failure in sepsis?
How do clots contribute to end organ failure in sepsis?
What is the significance of obtaining blood cultures in septic patients over a 72-hour period?
What is the significance of obtaining blood cultures in septic patients over a 72-hour period?
What is the key difference between Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS) and Sepsis?
What is the key difference between Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS) and Sepsis?
Which of the following best describes the progression from Sepsis to Severe Sepsis?
Which of the following best describes the progression from Sepsis to Severe Sepsis?
How does Septic Shock differ from Severe Sepsis?
How does Septic Shock differ from Severe Sepsis?
Which of the following lab tests plays a significant role in diagnosing sepsis by indicating abnormal clotting mechanisms?
Which of the following lab tests plays a significant role in diagnosing sepsis by indicating abnormal clotting mechanisms?
How does aging impact the immune system in relation to sepsis?
How does aging impact the immune system in relation to sepsis?
Which nursing action is most appropriate for a patient with suspected early sepsis?
Which nursing action is most appropriate for a patient with suspected early sepsis?
