
Level:
Level 2.
Accreditation:
This course is CPD certified.

About this course
The aim of this eLearning course is to develop your knowledge and understanding of sepsis, severe sepsis and septic shock.
This course begins by defining sepsis, severe sepsis and septic shock. It examines the causes of sepsis and the source of infections that may lead to it. You will explore the signs and symptoms of sepsis and what to do if you suspect an individual may be developing the condition. You will consider who is most at risk of sepsis and learn how it is diagnosed and treated.
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Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course learners should know and understand the following:
Define sepsis and septic shock.
Know the causes of sepsis.
Know who may be most at risk of developing sepsis.
Know the signs and symptoms of sepsis, severe sepsis and septic shock.
Know the symptoms of sepsis.
Know the symptoms of septic shock.
Know what to do if sepsis is suspected.
Know how sepsis is diagnosed.
Know how sepsis is treated.
Course Syllabus Includes
Definition of sepsis
Definition of severe sepsis
Definition of septic shock
Causes of sepsis
Sources of infection
Who is most at risk?
Signs and symptoms of sepsis in adults
Signs and symptoms of sepsis in children
Signs and symptoms of severe sepsis and septic shock
How sepsis is diagnosed
How sepsis is treated
How severe sepsis and septic shock is treated
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