Sepsis Flashcards

1
Q

CBC with diff

A

high WBC=leukocytosis (possible sepsis)
high bands=bandemia (possible sepsis)

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2
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Lactate or Lactic Acid

A

high=sepsis or cell death in the body

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3
Q

blood cultures

A

Blood Cx
positive growth=sepsis

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