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Which type of neonatal sepsis occurs on day 4 or later?
Which type of neonatal sepsis occurs on day 4 or later?
- Early-onset sepsis
- Late-onset sepsis (correct)
- Onset is most rapid in premature neonates
- Infection can occur via hematogenous, transplacental spread
What percentage of newborns with early-onset sepsis present within 24 hours?
What percentage of newborns with early-onset sepsis present within 24 hours?
- 5%
- 85% (correct)
- 15%
- 25%
Which route of infection is more common for early-onset sepsis?
Which route of infection is more common for early-onset sepsis?
- Infection via the birth canal
- Hematogenous spread
- Ascending infection from the cervix (correct)
- Transplacental spread
What is the most common age of onset for early-onset sepsis?
What is the most common age of onset for early-onset sepsis?
Which group of neonates experience the most rapid onset of sepsis?
Which group of neonates experience the most rapid onset of sepsis?
Flashcards
Late-onset neonatal sepsis
Late-onset neonatal sepsis
Sepsis that occurs in a newborn 4 or more days after birth.
Early-onset sepsis timeline
Early-onset sepsis timeline
85% of babies who develop early-onset sepsis will show symptoms within the first 24 hours.
Early-onset sepsis infection route
Early-onset sepsis infection route
The most common way early-onset sepsis occurs is when bacteria travel upwards from the mother's cervix into the baby.
Early-onset sepsis onset time
Early-onset sepsis onset time
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Sepsis onset in preemies
Sepsis onset in preemies
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Study Notes
Neonatal Sepsis
- Late-onset sepsis occurs on day 4 or later
- 75% of newborns with early-onset sepsis present within 24 hours
- Vertical transmission (mother-to-child) is the more common route of infection for early-onset sepsis
Characteristics of Early-Onset Sepsis
- The most common age of onset for early-onset sepsis is within 3-4 days
- Preterm neonates experience the most rapid onset of sepsis
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