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Sepsis Education Utilizing ‘Sepsis Alert’ Checklist To Support The Adherence Of Early Management Bundle In The Emergency Department, Jean Jun Sep 2019

Sepsis Education Utilizing ‘Sepsis Alert’ Checklist To Support The Adherence Of Early Management Bundle In The Emergency Department, Jean Jun

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Early recognition and timely management of sepsis is a priority within hospitals due to its direct impact on patients’ outcomes. It is critical for healthcare providers to be educated and aware of the signs and symptoms of sepsis. The emergency department (ED) is the forefront of the hospital where majority of patients with sepsis are assessed and either discharged or admitted into the hospital. Therefore, it is critical for ED nurses to be educated in the early signs of sepsis and follow evidence-based practice guidelines when managing these patients. The project leader implemented a sepsis education intervention aimed at clinical …