Sepsis in Acute Care Settings

Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that arises when the body’s response to infection causes widespread inflammation, leading to organ dysfunction. Early recognition and treatment are crucial to improving patient outcomes. Sepsis progresses rapidly and can lead to septic shock, organ failure, and death if not treated promptly. Studies show that each hour of delay in treatment increases mortality risk. Early detection allows for timely intervention, reducing complications and improving survival rates.

The Importance of Education

Education plays a vital role in improving sepsis outcomes. Healthcare professionals trained in sepsis recognition can identify symptoms earlier, leading to faster treatment and better survival rates. Studies show that sepsis training improves adherence to treatment guidelines and reduces mortality rates. These sessions are aimed at healthcare professionals working in acute care settings and they follow the latest National Guidance which can be found here.
The sessions in acute care settings include:

Adult sepsis in acute care
This session provides an overview of sepsis and presents a series of case studies to highlight different presentations in acute care and the recommended management strategies in line with NICE guidance.

Learning disability and sepsis in acute care
This session discusses the risk factors for sepsis in people with a learning disability, how to help minimise these risks and how to recognise and respond to possible signs of sepsis. 

Other sepsis content please visit: https://www.e-lfh.org.uk/programmes/sepsis/

For national guidance https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng51