Sepsis is a serious condition that requires education of all staff in the recognition of signs and symptoms in order to provide early intervention to prevent severe complications, including death. This presentation will review predisposing factors to sepsis, disease process, interventions, and treatment. It will provide the tools to aid in developing a sepsis education program in correctional facilities.

Learning Objectives:

• Cite the predisposing factors and sequelae of sepsis
• Using case studies, review the importance of early intervention and treatment
• Discuss the development of sepsis education for medical and security

Level: Intermediate