18 Questions
What is the difference between SIRS and sepsis?
SIRS is a whole-body inflammatory process, while sepsis is a complication of an infection
What is the most common type of healthcare-associated infection?
Urinary tract infection
What is the definition of sepsis?
A whole-body inflammatory process resulting in critical illness
What is the term for infections that occur within 48 hours of hospitalization?
Healthcare-associated infection
What is the first step in the development of sepsis?
SIRS
What is the term for the presence of pathogens and their toxins in the blood?
Septicemia
What is the most common cause of sepsis?
Bacteremia
What is the definition of severe sepsis?
Sepsis associated with acute organ failure
What is the significance of a left shift in a WBC differential?
It indicates a bacterial infection
What is the significance of a procalcitonin (CTpr) level?
It increases during infection and sepsis
What is the characteristic of the early (warm) phase of septic shock?
Normal blood pressure, increased temperature, and normal urine output
What is the complication of sepsis that occurs when the inflammatory response causes damage to the endothelium of the blood vessels?
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)
What is the typical duration of the convalescent phase of Hepatitis A?
2-6 months
What is the most common cause of Hepatitis A infections?
Traveling out of the country
What is the primary symptom of the icteric phase of Hepatitis A?
Jaundice and dark urine
What is the primary characteristic of Cushing's Triad?
Increased systolic blood pressure, decreased pulse, and irregular respirations
What is the typical age range for febrile seizures?
6 months to 5 years
What is the primary characteristic of a tonic seizure?
Decreased level of consciousness and muscle rigidity
Test your knowledge of medical calculations, including the rule of nines, mean arterial pressure (MAP), and more. Also, learn about the differences between community-acquired and healthcare-associated infections. This quiz is perfect for medical students, nurses, and healthcare professionals.
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