What Can Healthcare Professionals Do to Get Ahead of Sepsis?

As a healthcare professional you can:

• Know sepsis signs and symptoms to identify and treat patients early.
• ACT FAST if you suspect sepsis.
• Prevent infections by following infection control practices (e.g., hand hygiene, appropriate catheter management) and ensuring patients receive recommended vaccines.
• Educate your patients and their families about:
  • Preventing infections
  • Keeping cuts and wounds clean and covered until healed
  • Managing chronic conditions
  • Recognizing early signs and symptoms of worsening infection and sepsis
  • Seeking immediate care if signs and symptoms are present

See Sepsis resources below:

https://www.cdc.gov/sepsis/prevention/index.html

https://www.cdc.gov/patientsafety/features/get-ahead-of-sepsis.html

NYSHFA | NYSCAL CONTACTS:

Jackie Pappalardi, RN, BSN
Executive Director
518-462-4800 x16

Lisa Volk, RN, B.P.S., LNHA
Director, Clinical & Quality Services
518-462-4800 x15