Sepsis could cause general unwellness, concerning people around the affected person, abnormal heart rate, O2 levels or Blood Pressure and ongoing deterioration.
Red Flag Sepsis:
If a patient has just one of the following conditions, 'Red Flag Sepsis' needs to be stated to 999. There should be a Blue light transfer, with Oxygen administered and a brief clear handover including observations and allergies to antibiotics.
Glasgow Coma Scale Deterioration
Systolic BP <90mmHg
HR>130/ min
RR>25/min
The need for O2 for SpO2 to be 92%
Non blanching rash
Cyanosis
No wee in 18hrs
Chemo in the last 6 weeks
<17yo with impaired immunity.
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