Get Ahead of Sepsis

Take the following steps and get ahead of sepsis.

Prevent infections. Take good care of chronic conditions. Get recommended vaccines.
Practice good hygiene. Wash your hands. Keep cuts clean and covered until healed.
Know the symptoms. Symptoms can include any one or combination of these: confusion, disorientation, shortness of breath, rapid heart rate, fever, shivering, chills, extreme pain, and clammy or sweaty skin.
Act fast. Get medical care immediately if you suspect sepsis or have an infection that’s not getting better or is getting worse.

Adapted from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

NYSHFA | NYSCAL CONTACTS:

Tarrah Quinlan, RN, BSN
Director of Education Program Development and Member Operations
518-462-4800 x20

Lisa Volk, RN, B.P.S., LNHA
Director, Clinical & Quality Services
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