Sepsis

Sepsis is the body's overwhelming and life-threatening response to infection. It can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death. According to the Sepsis Alliance, the condition kills 258,000 Americans each year. 

Pre-Hospital Care Guidelines

Aurora South WI EMS has a pre-hospital care guideline to help you address the needs of patients with sepsis.

Septic Shock [PDF]: Pre-hospital care guidelines for assessing and treating patients in septic shock, including dosing charts and how to determine mean arterial blood pressure with absolute accuracy. 

Resources

Sepsis Alliance: Learn about sepsis and its symptoms, and find news and other helpful information.